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Smartmatic Fights Indictment, Claims Trump's Retribution Campaign

3/11/2026

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Smartmatic seeks to dismiss an indictment for money laundering, arguing it is part of 'campaign of retribution' by U.S. President Donald Trump against those blamed for his 2020 election loss.
Smartmatic alleges the Justice Department reversed its cooperative stance after Trump returned to the White House, as the indictment includes bribery related to a Philippines contract.
A trial date has been set for Smartmatic executives, including co-founder Roger Pinate.

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Smartmatic seeks to dismiss an indictment for money laundering, arguing it is part of 'campaign of retribution' by U.S. President Donald Trump against those blamed for his 2020 election loss.
Smartmatic alleges the Justice Department reversed its cooperative stance after Trump returned to the White House, as the indictment includes bribery related to a Philippines contract.
A trial date has been set for Smartmatic executives, including co-founder Roger Pinate.