An attorney, Timothy C. Parlatore, who once represented former President Donald Trump and now represents ex-New York Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik, has made claims suggesting that the special counsel, Jack Smith, may not have adequately reviewed crucial documents before indicting Trump.
Parlatore expressed his shock at the indictment and asserted that he had provided “exculpatory” documents to Smith’s office. Kerik, known for his association with former NYC Mayor Rudolph Giuliani after the 2020 election, had previously testified before the Democrats’ January 6 committee.
He provided a significant number of documents to Smith’s office in July, which reportedly contained sworn statements from individuals questioning the 2020 electoral process’s integrity. Sources indicate these documents validate efforts to challenge the 2020 election results, told CNN.
However, it seems Smith’s office may not have properly reviewed the files. The day after Trump’s indictment, they reached out to Parlatore to request certain documents — the very ones Kerik had already provided.