Trump criticizes Jack Smith's filing in DC election case, claims misuse of DOJ

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Former President Donald Trump strongly criticized special counsel Jack Smith's recent filing in the Washington, D.C. election case, where Smith argues that Trump's actions should not be protected by presidential immunity. The filing, submitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, comes in connection with Trump's indictment relating to the events of January 6.

Trump responded to the filing on Truth Social, accusing the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Biden administration of using the legal system to undermine his 2024 presidential campaign. He referred to the case as a "partisan, unconstitutional witch hunt" and claimed it was an attempt by Democrats to maintain political control.

This legal battle follows a previous Supreme Court ruling that set limits on presidential immunity. Trump has pleaded not guilty to the charges brought by Smith and maintains that the indictment is politically motivated. He also referenced a past case in Florida that he claims was dismissed, suggesting that this case should meet the same outcome.

Smith's filing aims to establish that Trump’s actions do not fall under the protections typically afforded to presidents, while Trump's defense continues to argue for immunity.