Special Prosecutor In Trump's Jan. 6 Case Asks For Dismissal Ahead Of Inauguration Day

President-elect Donald Trump's legal troubles are set to ease after Special Counsel Jack Smith formally requested the dismissal of federal charges Monday linked to alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election.

The move, filed in a Washington federal court Monday, is based on long-standing Justice Department guidance, CBS News reports.

What Happened: Smith asked the court to drop the charges against Trump, citing constitutional protections that shield sitting presidents from prosecution. The Justice Department concluded that allowing the case to proceed would conflict with these protections.

Trump's legal team did not oppose the motion, and the dismissal is expected to be approved before his January inauguration.

Federal prosecutors had accused Trump of attempting to block the transfer of power after losing the 2020 election. The indictment alleged a coordinated effort to challenge the election results and pressure officials to overturn Joe Biden's victory.

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Why It Matters: The decision brings an end to one of the most high-profile federal cases against Trump. Critics warn that dropping charges could create a precedent where sitting presidents are shielded from federal accountability.

Smith, whose investigations also included Trump's handling of classified documents, is expected to resign after submitting a final report.

Trump, meanwhile, plans sweeping changes to the Department of Justice. Reports suggest he intends to fire Smith's team and revisit allegations of voter fraud, despite repeated findings that such claims lack evidence. Legal experts caution these moves could further erode trust in the Justice Department's impartiality.

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