Donald Trump Would Have Faced Conviction Without Re-Election, Says DoJ Report

1. Trump Shielded by 2024 Re-Election Victory

According to a report by Special Counsel Jack Smith, Donald Trump would have been convicted of attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election results had he not been re-elected in 2024. The evidence against Trump was reportedly strong enough to secure a conviction, but his return to the presidency granted him constitutional immunity from prosecution.

2. Allegations of Election Interference

Trump faced accusations of pressuring officials, spreading false claims of election fraud, and exploiting the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021, to retain power. However, he has consistently denied wrongdoing, calling Smith’s findings “fake” and labeling the special counsel “deranged.”

3. Unprecedented Efforts to Retain Power

The report described Trump’s actions as “unprecedented efforts to unlawfully retain power,” marked by deceit, threats, and encouragement of violence against opponents. Investigators also encountered significant hurdles, including Trump’s influence on social media, which he allegedly used to target witnesses and Department of Justice officials.

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4. Constitutional Immunity Protects Sitting Presidents

Smith closed the case due to constitutional rules that prohibit the prosecution of a sitting president. He clarified that the decision was based on legal constraints, not the strength of the evidence, stating: “The department’s view that the Constitution prohibits the continued indictment of a president is categorical.”

5. Trump’s Response to the Report

On his Truth Social platform, Trump celebrated his electoral win, saying, “THE VOTERS HAVE SPOKEN!” He maintained his innocence, accusing Smith of being unable to bring the case to trial before the election.

6. Associates Face Ongoing Legal Battles

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While Trump’s interference case has been dismissed, legal proceedings continue against his associates, Walt Nauta and Carlos De Oliveira. They are accused of helping Trump hide classified documents at Mar-a-Lago.

7. Special Counsel’s Reflection

In a letter accompanying the report, Smith emphasized that his decisions were not influenced by political motives. He expressed pride in his team for upholding the rule of law, even though the cases could not proceed to trial.

8. What Lies Ahead

As Trump prepares to return to the presidency, the report raises questions about the balance between accountability and constitutional immunity for sitting presidents. Meanwhile, the release of the report’s second part, focused on allegations of mishandling classified documents, is still pending.

Trump’s re-election victory has not only cemented his political comeback but also reshaped the legal landscape surrounding presidential immunity and accountability.

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