Trump Vows to Fire Special Counsel Jack Smith 'Within Two Seconds' if Re-elected in November

Oct 24, 2024, 06:01 PM

Former President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he would fire special counsel Jack Smith if he is re-elected. Trump stated he would remove Smith, who is currently investigating his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election, within 'two seconds' of taking office. Trump made these remarks during an interview with podcast host Hugh Hewitt. The former president's comments underscore his intent to shut down the two federal criminal cases brought against him by Smith. Trump also suggested that Smith should be 'thrown out of the country.'