Special Counsel Jack Smith: Trump Case on Hold Until December

Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Donald Trump, told a federal judge that he might have a decision by December 2 on how to handle Trump's criminal case. This comes as Trump is set to become president again. Smith asked the judge to remove upcoming deadlines so he can think about the best way to proceed. The judge agreed. It's a big step, showing Smith is getting ready to wrap up the case. He's already been talking to top Justice Department officials about it. Everyone knows Trump is expected to be named President-elect on January 6, 2025, and inaugurated on January 20, 2025. The prosecutors want the court to remove deadlines so they can figure out what to do next. They'll let the court know by December 2, 2024. Republicans in the House sent a letter to Smith, telling him to keep his records safe. They want him to follow their previous requests. Trump has said he wants to fire Smith and end the cases against him.