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Donald Trump's legal team in his federal election interference case has launched a new offensive, seeking to hold special counsel Jack Smith in contempt of court. This dramatic move escalates the ongoing legal battle and further complicates the already paused proceedings.
Trump's lawyers allege that Smith violated a judge's order by submitting court filings after the proceedings were put on hold while the former president appeals a separate ruling. They argue that this constitutes a "flagrant" disregard for the court's authority and that Smith should be held in contempt.
Trump's legal team is seeking multiple. . .