Special Counsel Jack Smith to Step Down Before Trump’s Inauguration, Experts Say Timing Is “Not a Surprise”

Special counsel Jack Smith is reportedly preparing to resign from his post, planning to conclude his investigations before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in next year. The timing of Smith’s departure has drawn commentary from legal experts, including trial attorney John Fishwick, who notes that this decision comes as no surprise. Smith’s resignation marks the end of a controversial tenure marked by high-stakes investigations into matters surrounding Trump, including classified documents, election-related activities, and other cases tied to Trump’s presidential actions.

According to sources close to the investigation, Smith’s team is accelerating efforts. . .