Jack Smith granted pause in federal prosecution of President-elect Trump after election

The transcript discusses the pause of deadlines in the election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump, granted by Judge Tanya Chetkin at the request of special counsel Jack Smith. This pause is based on DOJ's practice of not prosecuting sitting presidents. The classified documents case in Florida, dismissed by Judge Eileen Cannon, is under appeal. The transcript also touches on President Biden's stance on the legal proceedings against Trump, emphasizing his separation from these matters.

Why did the federal judge decide to pause all deadlines in the election interference case against Donald Trump?

• The case was already resolved.

• The judge was not properly appointed.

• Due to a request from Jack Smith citing presidential immunity.

• Because the judge believed the case was not strong enough.

What was the reason Judge Eileen Cannon dismissed the classified documents case against Trump?

• She believed the special counsel was not properly appointed.

• The evidence was insufficient.

• The case was outside her jurisdiction.

• Trump was already acquitted in another case.

What is the current status of the classified documents case in Florida?

• It is awaiting a new trial date.

• It has been resolved in favor of Trump.

• It is under review by an appellate court in Atlanta.

• It has been dismissed permanently.

What is the DOJ's practice regarding the prosecution of sitting presidents?

• They can be prosecuted for any crime.

• They are immune from all legal proceedings.

• They can only be prosecuted for federal crimes.

• They cannot be prosecuted due to presidential immunity.

How has President Joe Biden approached the legal proceedings against Donald Trump?

• He has pardoned Trump.

• He has supported the prosecution.

• He has remained separate from the proceedings.

• He has actively intervened to stop them.