Jack Smith has nationwide authority to pursue his prosecutions anywhere in the country he wants. And he's indicted Trump in two separate jurisdictions, in DC and in Florida. He was not nominated by the president. He was not confirmed by the Senate. And that, the amicus brief argues, violates the requirements of the Constitution. General Meese also acknowledges, quote, there are times when the appointment of a special counsel appropriate. (39:54–39:58)
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Asserts that Jack Smith was neither nominated by the president nor confirmed by the Senate.
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