Sen. Lindsey Graham Calls on Jack Smith to End Trump ‘Lawfare’

A message directed at Special Counsel Jack Smith and his team has urged them to end the legal proceedings against former President Donald Trump following a significant setback in the Supreme Court.

The message criticised the cases as “politically motivated” and argued that the recent court decision signals public dissatisfaction with what it calls “lawfare” against Trump.

To Jack Smith and your team:

It is time to look forward to a new chapter in your legal careers as these politically motivated charges against President Trump hit a wall.

The Supreme Court substantially rejected what you were trying to do, and after tonight, it’s clear the…

— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) November 6, 2024

In the statement, critics pointed to the Supreme Court’s recent move, describing it as a “substantial rejection” of the strategies Smith’s team has pursued. The message claims this decision reflects a shift in sentiment among the American public, who reportedly grow weary of legal actions perceived as partisan.

The message also advised Smith’s team to move forward with a “new chapter” in their legal careers by choosing to conclude these cases.

It suggested that judicial and popular resistance are now apparent, making this an ideal time to conclude the proceedings.

Finally, the statement called for a refund for American taxpayers, insisting that citizens deserve a legal system focused on fairness over politics. It emphasised that public sentiment is against prolonged legal battles targeting political figures.