Special Counsel Seeks Pause in Trump Cases Amid Presidential Transition

Jack Smith requests delays in federal cases against President-elect Trump, citing DOJ policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

Federal prosecutors have requested a pause in the appeal process for the dismissed classified documents case against President-elect Donald Trump.
The Department of Justice is reassessing its approach to Trump's cases, given his upcoming presidency and DOJ policies that prevent prosecuting a sitting president.
Special Counsel Jack Smith plans to conclude his investigations and file a final report to Attorney General Merrick Garland before Trump's inauguration.
Trump still faces legal challenges at the state level, including a conviction in New York related to hush-money payments and ongoing proceedings in Georgia.
Smith's team is preparing to resign, as Trump has indicated he would dismiss them upon taking office, and has nominated Matt Gaetz for Attorney General.