ANALYSIS: New Trump Charges Timing May Irk Judge, Former Prosecutor Says
Filing new obstruction charges against former President Donald Trump in the case involving his White House documents may hurt the credibility of the prosecutor, special counsel Jack Smith, according to former federal prosecutor William Shipley.
Special counsel Jack Smith delivers remarks on a recently unsealed indictment against former President Donald Trump, in Washington on June 9, 2023. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images
Filing new obstruction charges against former President Donald Trump in the case involving his White House documents may hurt the credibility of the prosecutor, special counsel Jack Smith, according to former federal prosecutor William Shipley.
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
