Trump's Bold Pledge: Firing the Federal Prosecutor

Donald Trump, Republican presidential candidate, declared he would dismiss the federal prosecutor investigating his attempts to overturn the 2020 election if elected. Trump assured he would fire Special Counsel Jack Smith swiftly, casting doubt on potential impeachment, during an interview with conservative host Hugh Hewitt.

Donald Trump, the Republican presidential candidate, announced on Thursday his intent to dismiss the federal prosecutor probing his efforts to reverse the 2020 election result if he wins the upcoming presidential election.

During an interview with conservative podcast host Hugh Hewitt, the former president confidently stated that he would terminate Special Counsel Jack Smith in mere seconds if elected. Smith is currently leading the federal case implicating Trump in attempts of election subversion during the 2020 election, which was won by President Joe Biden, a Democrat.

Trump minimized the likelihood of impeachment following such action, reinforcing his stance and leaving political observers speculating about the implications of these bold declarations.

(With inputs from agencies.)