Jack Smith’s Final Report: Evidence Was Enough to Convict Trump if Not Elected
Special Counsel Jack Smith’s closing report on the investigation into Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election is a scathing critique.
While much of the report recaps already public details—like Trump allies pushing fake elector schemes and pressuring then–Vice President Mike Pence—it underscores the gravity of the charges against the president-elect.
Smith boldly stated that the evidence presented would have secured Trump’s conviction if not for his reelection. The report directly links Trump to attempts to undermine the election results, overturn Joe Biden’s victory, and regain power unlawfully.
“Substantial evidence demonstrates that Mr. Trump engaged in an unprecedented criminal effort to overturn the legitimate election results to retain power,” the report asserts.
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In response to claims of bias, Smith defended the investigation’s integrity against accusations of political influence from the right. “While we could not bring the cases to trial, standing firm for the rule of law matters,” Smith wrote in a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland included in the report. “The example we set in fighting for justice, despite personal risks, is significant.”
The report also highlights Trump’s attempts to disrupt the investigation, citing his use of social media to target witnesses, courts, and prosecutors. These tactics prompted Smith’s office to pursue a gag order. “Mr. Trump’s reliance on intimidation and harassment mirrors his conduct during the charged conspiracies,” Smith noted.
Released just days before Trump’s inauguration, the report came after a failed appeal by Trump to block its publication. Judge Aileen Cannon denied his request late Monday night, allowing the report’s release.
Smith’s findings serve as a stark reminder of the stakes surrounding Trump’s actions and the ongoing fight for accountability.
Jack Smith’s Final Report: Evidence Was Enough to Convict Trump if Not Elected
