Jack Smith, a veteran prosecutor, is currently overseeing two criminal investigations involving former US President Donald Trump. The US Department of Justice appointed him as special counsel for these matters, drawing both praise from Attorney General Merrick Garland and criticism from Trump, who labeled him as "deranged" and leading a "political witch hunt," BBC reports.
Smith, a New York native and Harvard Law School graduate, has an extensive background in prosecuting public officials and handling high-stakes cases.
He began his career as an assistant district attorney in Manhattan and later climbed the ranks in the US attorney's office in Brooklyn, handling cases related to violent gangs, white-collar fraud, and public corruption. His work on high-profile cases, including the investigation into the assault of Haitian immigrant Abner Louima by New York police, earned him recognition and led to his appointment as special counsel for the Trump investigations.
Throughout his career, Smith has seen both successes and challenges in his prosecutions. He secured convictions against prominent figures, such as former New York state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and ex-Arizona congressman Rick Renzi, while facing criticism and overturned cases. Notably, he was involved in the case against former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell, which was unanimously overturned by the US Supreme Court.
Apart from his legal career, Smith is an avid athlete, participating in over 100 triathlons and representing Team USA in World Triathlon events. Despite Trump's attempts to discredit him, colleagues describe Smith as fearless, proactive, and one of the best trial lawyers they've seen. Smith remains focused on his work and maintains his commitment to upholding justice in his role as special counsel.
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