Trump's Lead Prosecutor in Classified Documents Case Resigns

Investing.com -- A significant development has occurred in the criminal case accusing Donald Trump of unlawfully withholding classified documents. It was confirmed by a department spokesperson this Monday that Chief Prosecutor Jay Bratt has retired from the U.S. Department of Justice.
Bratt, a senior national security official, had been closely working with Special Counsel Jack Smith's office on the case. His retirement took effect last Friday.
The chief prosecutor's departure comes before Trump's anticipated return to the presidency on January 20. Trump and his allies have previously expressed their intention to investigate political rivals and those who have alleged misconduct against him.

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