Analysis of expenses of special prosecutor's investigation into Trump
Special prosecutor Jack Smith's investigation into former President Trump over the past two years has cost U.S. taxpayers more than $50 million, according to a spending report released by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Spending Overview
November 2022 - March 2023: Smith's office spent about $9.25 million after he was appointed special prosecutor.
April 2023 - September 2023: Spending increased to $14.66 million in the following six months.
October 2023 - March 2024: Spending is expected to be $11.84 million.
Future Spending Estimates
Although spending data for April 1 to September 30, 2024 has not yet been released, the average spending for the first three reporting periods was about $12 million. Based on this average, total spending for the four reporting periods is expected to be more than $47.5 million, and combined with spending in recent months, the total spending could exceed $50 million.
Data source description
The above data comes from Fox News, providing detailed information on the expenditures of the Special Counsel's Office, reflecting the economic impact of the investigation into Trump.
Through the cost analysis of this investigation, it can be clearly seen that the resources and funds mobilized by prosecutors during the investigation have brought a considerable economic burden to taxpayers. $NEIRO