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Merrick Garland offered easy path to release Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago report immediately


Published on 2025-01-11 16:20:39 - MSN
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  • According to a former SDNY Criminal Division Deputy Chief, Attorney General Merrick Garland can resolve his dilemma over the release of special counsel Jack Smith's investigation of Donald Trump's stolen government documents with a simple instruction to his Department of Justice.

The article discusses the potential for Attorney General Merrick Garland to release Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on the Mar-a-Lago investigation immediately, following the precedent set by the release of Robert Mueller's report. Legal experts argue that Garland could expedite the process by deeming the report's release to be in the public interest, bypassing the usual lengthy review by the Justice Department. This approach would allow the public to see the findings without delay, especially since the investigation involves former President Donald Trump and significant public interest. The article highlights that while there are established procedures for handling special counsel reports, Garland has the authority to make exceptions, particularly when the content could influence public trust and understanding of legal proceedings involving high-profile figures.

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