Special Counsel Jack Smith, the Justice Department official overseeing the cases against Donald Trump related to election interference and classified documents, has moved to dismiss the charges citing a precedent that prevents a sitting president from being charged. Smith emphasized that the decision to drop the cases was not due to a lack of evidence, but rather because Trump is currently serving as president.
In response to his legal victory, Trump celebrated the dismissal of the cases and his transition team reportedly plans to grant sweeping security clearances to his cabinet nominees, delaying their FBI background checks until Trump’s officials take over the bureau. Meanwhile, former national security adviser Olivia Troye issued a warning to women entering Trump’s White House, cautioning them about the male-dominated culture.
Additionally, President-elect Trump has announced plans to impose massive tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico in an effort to stop drug smuggling, causing fear of a new trade war and potential impacts on the US economy. These tariffs could affect key sectors such as auto manufacturing, crude oil, and agriculture, leading to inflation and impacting American consumers.
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