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NEW: Jack Smith has responded to Trump’s opposition to SCOTUS granting cert in his immunity case. Smith basically says Trump’s arguments that he was acting under color of his office are moot. We aren’t arguing the merits. We’re arguing whether SCOTUS will grant cert. 1/

Jack also argues that this case IS important and that’s precisely why it needs to be decided before the appeals court rules. Trump’s argument that it should go SLOW because it’s important makes no sense and has no basis in precedent. 2/

Jack says the nation has a compelling interest in the outcome of this case ASAP, whether its conviction or ACQUITTAL. The national interest has no bias. It demands a swift resolution. 3/

Besides, SCOTUS, you grant cert all the time. Remember when you granted cert for Biden’s student loan case before the appeals court decision so you could quickly deny debt relief for millions? Well, we’ve got a trial in 3 months so this is probs at least as important. 4/

Oh. And the Meese Amicus? First, it shouldn’t even be read because it’s immaterial. But also, have you read it? LOL. It’s ridiculous and should be ignored. 5/

What’s interesting is Smith wasn’t required to respond to Trump’s opposition, but he has. Just in case SCOTUS wanted one.

It is now up to SCOTUS to grant or deny cert, and set arguments if they grant. The ball is in their Supreme Court. END/

Here’s the full filing. documentcloud.org/documents/2423…