Trump Wants Special Counsel Jack Smith Held in Contempt of Court in Jan. 6 Case
Donald Trump's attorneys told a judge that she should consider holding Jack Smith and two of his prosecutors in contempt for turning over to the defense thousands of pages of evidence and an exhibit list while the case was paused.

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Trump Wants Special Counsel Jack Smith Held in Contempt of Court in Jan. 6 Case
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4 viewpointsTrump seeks to hold Jack Smith in contempt of court in election subversion case
Trump lawyers urge court to hold special counsel Jack Smith in contempt in 2020 election case
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6 viewpointsTrump wants special counsel Jack Smith held in contempt for filing motions despite stay
Trump files 'powerhouse' motion calling for Special Counsel Jack Smith to be held in contempt of court
Trump urges judge to hold Jack Smith in contempt for filing motions in halted case
Trump Team Fights Back With 'Powerhouse Motion' Requesting That DC Court Hold Jack Smith in Contempt