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23 November 2022

Who Is Jack Smith, The Special Prosecutor Tapped To Oversee DOJ's Trump Probes?

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Brian Kidd spoke to ABC News about Attorney General Merrick Garland naming Jack Smith, a longtime federal prosecutor
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Brian Kidd spoke to ABC News about Attorney General Merrick Garland naming Jack Smith, a longtime federal prosecutor and former head of the Justice Department's public integrity section, as special counsel to oversee the investigation into former President Trump's handling of classified materials after leaving office.

"If there is not a case, there will not be a case," Brian said. "[Smith] is not interested in prosecuting somebody for the point of prosecuting. If it moves to that next level, it's because the facts are there and he believes a crime was committed."

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ARTICLE
23 November 2022

Who Is Jack Smith, The Special Prosecutor Tapped To Oversee DOJ's Trump Probes?

United States Criminal Law
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Known for providing cutting-edge legal advice on matters that are redefining industries, Morrison & Foerster has 17 offices located in the United States, Asia, and Europe. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies, leading tech and life sciences companies, and some of the largest financial institutions. We also represent investment funds and startups.
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