Staff Reports
In a recent interview with Breitbart News, Republican candidate Donald J. Trump addressed the indictment and investigation led by Special Counsel Jack Smith. Trump was quick to denounce the charges, declaring his innocence and accusing Smith of weaponizing the Justice Department. “This is harassment,” Trump stated emphatically.
The interview kicked off with Trump expressing surprise at Smith’s decision to supersede the indictment and charge a third defendant, Carlos De Oliveira, with obstruction. Trump claimed that Smith alleged he conspired with De Oliveira and others to delete security footage at Mar-a-Lago in 2022. Trump called the charges “harassment” and accused Smith of interfering with the election process.
'THIS IS HARASSMENT': Trump Slams Jack Smith In Exclusive Interview, Vows To Fire Prosecutor If Re-Electedhttps://t.co/1YsP7Az2xU
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One of Trump’s main arguments throughout the interview was that he is protected by the Presidential Records Act and should not even be facing a criminal case. He questioned the whereabouts of President Biden’s documents, suggesting Biden was not making it easy for investigators either. Trump also claimed that boxes of documents were being sent to Chinatown, paid for by China, without any media coverage. He argued that the focus should not solely be on him, but also on Biden’s actions.
Trump did not hold back when expressing his opinions about Smith. He stated that if re-elected, he would fire Smith due to his bad track record. Trump accused Smith of going after other people and being unanimously overturned in the Supreme Court. He specifically mentioned the Lois Lerner and IRS case, calling it one of the most egregious abuses of power. Trump labeled Smith as a wild man and accused him of prosecutorial misconduct.
When asked how history would view this moment, Trump predicted it would be remembered as an “embarrassment.” However, he expressed confidence that the public saw through the charges and cited polling as evidence. According to Trump, the Department of Justice’s actions had the opposite effect of what they intended, ultimately strengthening his support among voters.
In summary, Donald J. Trump’s interview with Breitbart News showcased his strong denial of the charges brought against him by Special Counsel Jack Smith. Trump criticized Smith’s handling of the case, accused him of an abuse of power, and vowed to fire him if re-elected. Trump also took the opportunity to criticize President Biden and express his confidence in the public’s ability to see through the charges.
