BREAKING: Jack Smith’s Report Confirms Trump’s Lawlessness

A damning case, overwhelming evidence, and a justice system paralyzed by political cowardice

Donald Trump’s criminal schemes to overturn the 2020 election were brazen, methodical, and dangerous. Jack Smith’s scathing report on Trump’s lawlessness leaves no room for ambiguity. The evidence to convict Trump was overwhelming, as the report emphasizes:

But for Mr. Trump's election and imminent return to the Presidency, the Office assessed that the admissible evidence was sufficient to obtain and sustain a conviction at trial.

Let that sink in: our justice system essentially threw up its hands because Trump’s pursuit of power outweighed accountability. This is not justice; it’s complicity. And it sends a devastating message: if you’re powerful enough, the law doesn’t apply to you.

Trump’s Crimes Were Not Subtle—They Were an Assault on Democracy

Smith’s report pulls no punches. It outlines how Trump and his co-conspirators (yes, let’s call them by name—Giuliani, Eastman, Powell, Chesebro, and others) pursued a relentless campaign to dismantle our democracy:

• Pressuring state officials: Trump tried to strong-arm election officials into falsifying vote counts, threatening them with vague consequences if they didn’t “find the votes.”

• Fraudulent elector schemes: Trump’s team concocted a plan to submit fake electors, fabricating documents to hijack the Electoral College process.

• Weaponizing the DOJ: Trump attempted to transform the Department of Justice into his personal enforcer, demanding they declare the election fraudulent despite a complete lack of evidence.

• Inciting violence: Trump egged on a mob to storm the Capitol in a desperate bid to stop Congress from certifying the election results.

This wasn’t just a one-man show. Trump’s enablers knew exactly what they were doing. They knew it was illegal. And they didn’t care.

Merrick Garland: The Enabler in Chief?

The stark contrast between Jack Smith’s meticulous prosecution and Merrick Garland’s lethargy is impossible to ignore. Before Smith’s appointment, Garland’s Justice Department appeared paralyzed—unwilling to pursue Trump’s crimes with the urgency they demanded. By the time Garland acted, Trump had already fortified his political position, making accountability that much harder.

Smith’s report reflects what many Americans already suspected: our institutions are too timid, too politicized, or too compromised to hold powerful figures accountable.

The Mueller Report Déjà Vu

Jack Smith’s report recalls another moment of failed accountability: the Mueller Report. Mueller’s investigation tiptoed around the idea of charging Trump with obstruction of justice, offering cryptic statements like:

If we had confidence… that the President clearly did not commit obstruction of justice, we would so state.

Smith, by contrast, declares outright that Trump’s crimes were prosecutable. Yet here we are again—paralyzed by political considerations, leaving Trump to evade justice.

The 14th Amendment: Trump Is Still Disqualified

One thing Smith’s report makes clear: Trump’s actions meet the criteria for disqualification under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. Let’s not mince words: Trump incited an insurrection. The Constitution prohibits anyone who betrays their oath by engaging in rebellion from holding public office.

Smith’s decision not to charge Trump with insurrection was tactical, but it doesn’t change the facts. Disqualification doesn’t require a criminal conviction—it’s a constitutional safeguard. Trump’s behavior isn’t just disqualifying—it’s disqualifying by design.

A Justice System on Its Knees

Let’s be real: Trump’s escape from justice isn’t just about him—it’s about us. It’s about a justice system that flinches in the face of power. It’s about institutions that prioritize stability over accountability, even if it means enabling the erosion of democracy itself.

If laws don’t apply to the most powerful, they’re meaningless. If Trump can lie, cheat, and incite violence without consequences, what’s to stop the next demagogue—or the one after that—from finishing the job?

Time to Fight Back

This isn’t just about holding Trump accountable—it’s about saving democracy. If we allow this precedent to stand, we’re inviting chaos. Trump’s crimes demand action, whether it’s through enforcing the 14th Amendment or ensuring the Justice Department finds its backbone.

We don’t need more reports. We need action. We need leaders willing to risk political fallout to uphold the rule of law. And we need every American to demand accountability—not just from Trump, but from the institutions that let him skate by.

Conclusion: Together, We Can Stop This

Jack Smith’s report leaves no doubt: Donald Trump’s actions were criminal, his intentions were corrupt, and his ambition remains a threat to the Republic. But accountability isn’t just about one man—it’s about whether we, as a nation, still believe in the rule of law. The question isn’t “Do we care enough to stop him?”—it’s “What are we going to do about it?”

Here’s the good news: we hold the power to make change. Every time we speak up, we challenge the complacency of our leaders. Every time we cast a vote, we send a message that those who capitulate to corruption will not stay in power. Every time we refuse to let the truth be drowned out by lies, we make it harder for demagogues to succeed.

Let’s demand better. Let’s hold our leaders accountable—demand that they grow a spine, enforce the Constitution, and fight for the democracy they swore to protect. And if they won’t? Fire them with your vote. Replace them with those who will defend the values this country was founded on.

This fight isn’t just ours—it’s yours, too. If you believe in the vision of The American Manifesto—a movement to hold the powerful accountable, rebuild trust in our institutions, and secure justice for future generations—you can help. Share this article to spread the message. Talk to your friends and family about what’s at stake. And if you’re able, consider becoming a paid subscriber. Your support ensures that this work remains accessible to all, empowering us to reach more people and drive the change we so urgently need.

Together, we can do this. Together, we can show that no one is above the law, and that democracy doesn’t just survive—it thrives when we fight for it. The stakes couldn’t be higher, but history is made by those who rise to the moment. Will you stand with us? Let’s get to work—because the future depends on it.

Sources

• Official Report: Report of Special Counsel Jack Smith, Volume 1, January 2025

Quick Reference: Identified Co-Conspirators

• Co-Conspirator 1: Rudy Giuliani

• Co-Conspirator 2: John Eastman

• Co-Conspirator 3: Sidney Powell (likely)

• Co-Conspirator 4: Jeffrey Clark

• Co-Conspirator 5: Kenneth Chesebro (likely)

• Co-Conspirator 6: Mike Roman (likely)