Staff Reports
In a stunning twist of events, Special Counsel Jack Smith may be seeking pretrial detention for former President Donald Trump in connection with the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. This would be a groundbreaking move that could potentially land the former president behind bars before his trial even begins.
According to journalist Julie Kelly, Smith might ask a D.C. judge to deny bail for Trump once he is indicted and arrested for his alleged involvement in the Capitol riot. This news comes after Trump himself hinted at an impending indictment by revealing that he received a “target letter.” It seems like the walls could be closing in on the former president.
POS Jack Smith wants to knee cap President Trump to prevent him from holding rallies. https://t.co/RmYyawjUeB
— Juanita Broaddrick (@atensnut) July 31, 2023
The big question now is whether Smith will actually go through with seeking pretrial detention for Trump. If he does, it could have major implications for Trump’s political future. It’s worth noting that Smith is expected to charge Trump with multiple felonies, including charges that have led to pretrial detention for other defendants involved in the January 6 incident.
Kelly has shed light on the fact that Beryl Howell, the former chief judge of the D.C. District Court, had specific guidance for her fellow judges when it came to January 6 defendants and bail. Howell argued that these defendants should be treated as a group, rather than individually as the law requires. This approach has resulted in many January 6 defendants being held in pretrial detention, even if they were accused of nonviolent offenses.
If Trump ends up being indicted and detained before his trial, it could have serious repercussions for his ability to run for president again. Smith could potentially impose strict release conditions that severely limit Trump’s mobility, such as home confinement, curfews, travel restrictions, or even the use of a tracking device. These tactics would make it incredibly challenging for Trump to effectively launch a presidential campaign.
The road ahead looks treacherous for Trump as he faces the potential indictment and subsequent legal battles over the January 6 riot. The Department of Justice now has legal precedent to argue for Trump’s pretrial detention. This puts his political aspirations and even his personal freedom at risk. It remains to be seen how this unprecedented event will unfold, but one thing is for sure: all eyes are on Trump as the country anxiously watches how this legal saga plays out.
It’s also worth noting the contrast between the treatment of Hunter Biden, which seems to be aimed at protecting his father, President Joe Biden. The mainstream media continues to provide complete support for such biased actions by the Department of Justice, further illustrating the double standards in our justice system.
As we brace ourselves for another potential indictment of the former president, the legal and political landscapes remain uncertain and full of unknowns. This is a pivotal moment that could have far-reaching consequences.
