Special Counsel Jack Smith aims for a swift Trump trial

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Special Counsel Jack Smith is setting the stage for a potential courtroom clash with former President Donald Trump. Smith is seeking to bring Trump to trial ear

A proposed schedule for the trial outlining jury selection is to commence on December 11, 2023, with the trial officially launching on January 2, 2024, following the holiday season.

The potential trial date, however, hinges on the decision of Judge Tanya Chutkan. If the judge greenlights the proposed schedule, one of the most eagerly awaited federal court cases in history could coincide with the peak of the presidential primary season.Prosecutors argue that the serious nature of the charges necessitates a swift trial.

Trump’s legal team previously contended that conducting a fair trial would be challenging if Trump were simultaneously engaged in a re-election campaign. Their strategy seeks to postpone legal proceedings until after the 2024 election.Renato Mariotti, a former federal prosecutor, has described Jack Smith’s proposed timeline as “a bold move” in a tweet.

Source: Law Daily Report (lawdailyreport.net)

 

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