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These developments come as Smith has moved to dismiss federal cases against Trump, including the January 6 investigation and the classified documents case. While the move could be seen as strategic, critics argue it reflects growing fear among prosecutors as Trump pledges to retaliate against what he describes as politically motivated investigations.
According to reports, investigators from Smith’s office are reaching out to legal advisors in Washington to assess how they might defend themselves against potential legal challenges from a future Trump-led Department of Justice. Rolling Stone noted:
“Some federal investigators, including more junior staff, have talked to attorneys and legal groups about possible ways a rejuvenated Trump Justice Department could try to make their lives hell, what precautionary measures they should take, and even how to avoid going bankrupt if the revenge probes come in full force.”
At least one investigator is said to have explored extreme measures to safeguard personal assets, fearing legal repercussions could spill over into their personal lives.
As Trump gears up for his second term, his rhetoric has been clear: the weaponization of federal agencies must end. Trump has frequently alluded to using the Department of Justice and FBI to hold accountable those he believes have unjustly targeted him. Earlier this year, Trump remarked, “The precedent on doing what they did, with the weaponization, using the DOJ and the FBI to go after their political opponents, that is so bad. That means I can do it too.”
He added, “Pandora’s Box is open and that means that I can do it too.” Trump has pledged to act as voters’ “retribution” and reshape federal agencies to reflect his vision.
As Trump ramps up his rhetoric, anxiety is reportedly spreading within Jack Smith’s ranks. Sources reveal that Smith’s team has taken a deep dive into their own communications, carefully reviewing emails, memos, and private messages. The goal? To ensure that no paper trail remains that could fuel allegations of partisanship or misconduct.
Rolling Stone reported:
“One of the sources with knowledge of the situation tells Rolling Stone that multiple people who worked with Smith and his core team have preemptively reviewed their private and professional communications, to make sure they hadn’t written anything that could be subpoenaed, publicly revealed, and used against them to paint a narrative of alleged misconduct or supposed anti-Trump bias.”
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With these revelations, calls are growing for accountability. Critics argue that transparency is essential, especially given the size and scope of Smith’s operation, which was reportedly double that of Mueller’s team during the Russia investigation. Many Trump supporters believe that any individuals found guilty of weaponizing their positions should face termination or legal consequences.
As Trump’s inauguration draws closer, it remains to be seen whether Jack Smith’s team can weather the storm—or whether they will find themselves in the crosshairs of the administration they once investigated. For now, the hunters may indeed be becoming the hunted.
