Smiths

Trump Revokes Security Clearances for Special Counsel Jack Smith’s External Legal Team

by

Washington, D.C. — In a significant move that could impact the legal proceedings surrounding him, President Donald Trump has decided to suspend the security clearances of several outside attorneys affiliated with special counsel Jack Smith. This decision underscores the ongoing tension between the White House and the judiciary, particularly in cases directly involving the President. The revocation of security clearances specifically targets a select group of lawyers who have been part of the external legal team bolstering Smith’s investigation. Among those affected is the notably experienced prosecutor and high-profile attorney, whose clearances were critical for … Read more

Judge Grants Special Counsel Jack Smith’s Motion to Pause Jan. 6 Proceedings Following Trump’s Presidential Victory

by

A judge has granted a request by Special Counsel Jack Smith to temporarily halt proceedings in the January 6 case following former President Donald Trump’s recent election victory. The decision came amidst concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest and the unprecedented nature of the situation, with a former president facing possible legal challenges while seeking re-election. The pause in the case, which probes into the events surrounding the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, underscores the complex legal and ethical quandaries that have surfaced since Trump announced his candidacy for the 2024 presidential race. Trump’s victory … Read more

Former Saints Defensive End Will Smith’s Shooter Found Guilty of Manslaughter in Landmark Verdict

by

New Orleans, Louisiana – A jury in New Orleans deliberated for more than four hours before reaching a guilty verdict in the case of the deadly shooting of former New Orleans Saints defensive end Will Smith. Cardell Hayes, the man accused of shooting Smith following a vehicle crash in April 2016, was convicted of manslaughter for a second time. The altercation began over a dispute regarding whether Smith’s vehicle had hit Hayes’ Hummer. The jury’s decision could result in Hayes facing up to four decades in prison. The previous conviction in December 2016 also found … Read more

Judge Denies Jack Smith’s Bid for Access to Trump’s Lawyer Communication

by

Judge Cannon of Brooklyn, New York has rejected a request by Jack Smith to gain access to communications involving former President Donald Trump’s lawyer. The decision was made on Monday in a ruling that could impact other ongoing legal battles. Smith, who filed a motion in March seeking to obtain records related to Trump’s lawyer, argued that access to these communications was crucial to his own case. However, Judge Cannon disagreed and denied Smith’s request. The ruling comes as part of a wider legal battle, as numerous individuals and organizations seek access to documents and … Read more