US Justice Department Fires Officials Involved in Trump’s Criminal Cases

Several officials involved in President Donald Trump’s criminal cases were dismissed by the US Justice Department on Monday. The decision came from Acting Attorney General James McHenry, who explained, “He did not believe these officials could be trusted to faithfully implement the president’s agenda due to their significant role in prosecuting the president.” While the exact number was not specified, reports indicate that over a dozen individuals, including career prosecutors, were let go.

Resignation of Special Counsel Jack Smith

Earlier last month, Special Counsel Jack Smith resigned. Smith had filed two federal lawsuits against Trump, accusing him of mishandling confidential data and attempting to alter the 2020 election results.

Dismissed Cases

However, both cases were dropped after Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. This decision aligned with the Justice Department’s policy of not prosecuting a sitting president.

Trump’s Reaction

The firing of these officials did not come as a surprise. Before the election, Trump had promised to fire Smith “on day one” and accused the Justice Department under President Joe Biden of conducting a “political witchhunt.”

Trump’s Inaugural Promise

In his inauguration speech, Trump vowed to end the “vicious, violent, and unfair weaponization of the Justice Department and our government.”

Moreover, Smith’s final report stated that Trump could have been convicted for his “criminal efforts” to stay in power after the 2020 election. Trump faced charges of conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and conspiracy to obstruct Congress’ certification of Biden’s win.

Investigation into Classified Documents

Additionally, Smith investigated Trump’s mishandling of classified documents. However, that report is currently withheld, as charges are pending against two of Trump’s co-defendants.

Racketeering Charges in Georgia

Trump also faces racketeering charges in Georgia for his efforts to subvert the election results there. However, the case is expected to be delayed while Trump is in office.

New York Conviction

Earlier this year, Trump was convicted in New York for falsifying business records related to hush money payments to a porn star. The judge gave him an “unconditional discharge,” meaning no jail time, fine, or probation.