The Latest Breaking News from Jack Smith

Much like most of the other Republicans supposedly taking on Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential nomination, his former veep, Mike Pence, made a show on Saturday of lamenting Trump's "unprecedented indictment by a Justice Department run by the current president of the United States and potential political rival."

‘I appointed (Jack) Smith because it underscores Justice Department’s commitment to independence and accountability’

In the face of allegations of bias, Attorney General Merrick Garland called Jack Smith a "veteran career prosecutor" with a "commitment to integrity and the rule of law."

Special counsel could bring new charges related to Trump's Bedminster conduct in New Jersey, ex-prosecutors say

Another indictment could be imminent in Georgia but former president consolidates Republican poll lead despite legal woes

Some candidates, including Mike Pence, Nikki Haley and Tim Scott, shift tone from defending ex-president to criticism

"For the first time in his life, it looks like he's being held accountable," said Trump's former chief of staff

"There's not an Attorney General of either party who would not have brought today's charges," ex-Pence adviser says

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