Former special counsel Jack Smith refused Thursday to rule out the possibility that a future Justice Department could revive his criminal cases against President Trump once he leaves office in 2029.
Mr. Smith said he dismissed the charges when Mr. Trump was elected in 2024 in accordance with the department’s policy.
“Can they be rebrought or resurrected after Trump leaves office?” asked Rep. Hank Johnson, Georgia Democrat.
“They were dismissed without prejudice,” Mr. Smith said.
Mr. Johnson seemed interested in the idea, asking if that meant a new prosecution was a live matter for the president.
The second time, Mr. Smith demurred.
“I’m not going to speak to that,” he said.
