Trump Could Soon Face Espionage, Obstruction Charges as Jack Smith’s Probe Closes In

The special counsel is mum, but all signs point toward charges. One of Trump’s former lawyers, Ty Cobb, predicts he ‘will go to jail.’

Department of Justice via AP
The House Judiciary Committee's investigation into a number of cases, including that of documents seized from President Trump's estate at Mar-a-Lago are likely to be stymied by the Justice Department. Department of Justice via AP

It is not yet known when — or if — Special Prosecutor Jack Smith will hand up an indictment against President Trump alleging crimes relating to the retention of documents at Mar-a-Lago. Preliminary proceedings are under seal. Signals suggest, though, that we could soon see white smoke emerge from Mr. Smith’s office.

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