Former special counsel Jack Smith is under investigation by the US Office of Special Counsel (OSC) for alleged violations of the Hatch Act, which restricts political activity by federal officials. Smith had led two criminal cases against President Donald Trump before resigning earlier this year, BBC reported.
The probe follows Republican Senator Tom Cotton’s claim that Smith interfered in the 2024 election. While the OSC cannot press charges, it can recommend disciplinary action or refer findings to the Justice Department.
Smith’s cases against Trump were dropped after Trump’s 2024 election win, in line with rules barring prosecution of a sitting president, according to BBC.
