Elise Stefanik lodges ethics complaint against special counsel Jack Smith

Rep. Elise Stefanik filed an ethics complaint against special counsel Jack Smith, accusing him of interfering with the 2024 election by rushing Trump’s federal election subversion case. Stefanik argued that Smith violated the DOJ’s manual by selecting timing to affect the election. However, the DOJ is unlikely to take action, as Smith’s case began 15 months before the election. Stefanik’s complaint mirrors arguments made by Trump’s attorneys and questions Smith’s actions in court. This complaint is part of Stefanik’s pattern of demonstrating loyalty to Trump, potentially positioning herself as his running mate.

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