Groundbreaking Indictment: Former President Donald Trump to Face Charges

Special Counsel Jack Smith's Bombshell Announcement

June 8, 2023 | Updated August 2023

In a historic move, Special Counsel Jack Smith has officially announced the indictment of former President Donald Trump. The charges stem from the ongoing criminal investigations into the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Smith, a renowned career prosecutor appointed in November 2022, has been meticulously examining evidence in the case. The grand jury's indictment marks a significant milestone in the investigation, setting the stage for potential criminal proceedings against the former president.