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Jack Smith: Trump’s Criminal Scheme to Overturn Election Proven

12/18/2025

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Smith Testifies Against Trump

Former Special Counsel Jack Smith testified December 17, 2025, that there is "proof beyond a reasonable doubt" of a criminal scheme by U.S. President Donald Trump to overturn the 2020 election.
Smith also presented "powerful evidence" that Trump mishandled classified documents at the Mar-a-Lago estate and obstructed justice.
Republican lawmakers led by Jim Jordan criticized the investigations as politically motivated.
Democrats call for Smith's full report and public testimony.

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Troupis Faces Trial

A Wisconsin judge ruled there is sufficient evidence for a trial against Jim Troupis and Michael Roman, former Trump associates, on felony forgery charges tied to the 2020 false electors scheme.
Kenneth Chesebro, a third defendant, will have his case considered separately.
Troupis challenged the prosecution's witness, arguing the agent lacked specific knowledge.
Harvard Law School professor Lawrence Lessig testified for the defense, saying the elector paperwork was not fraudulent.

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Smith Testifies Against Trump

Former Special Counsel Jack Smith testified December 17, 2025, that there is "proof beyond a reasonable doubt" of a criminal scheme by U.S. President Donald Trump to overturn the 2020 election.
Smith also presented "powerful evidence" that Trump mishandled classified documents at the Mar-a-Lago estate and obstructed justice.
Republican lawmakers led by Jim Jordan criticized the investigations as politically motivated.
Democrats call for Smith's full report and public testimony.

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