“This is D'rat country!”: Corrupt D'rat DA brutally ignores evidence and let's liar Smollett walk
What an absolute farce...but at least it should help Trump's 2020 campaign by showing just how arrogant the corrupt left has become in this country.
Prosecutors drop all criminal charges against Jussie Smollett
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"After reviewing all the facts and circumstances of the case, including Mr. Smollett's volunteer service in the community and agreement to forfeit his bond to the city of Chicago, we believe this outcome is a just disposition and appropriate resolution," the statement from the Cook County Attorney's Office said.
At a press conference Tuesday afternoon, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel blasted the decision, saying the $10,000 bond "doesn't come close to what the city spent in resources" in investigating Smollett's claims.
Emanuel accused Smollett of using hate-crime legislation to “self-promote” his career.
“This is a whitewash of justice,” Emanuel said. “Where is the accountability in the system?”
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The actor was indicted with 16 counts of disorderly conduct for allegedly falsifying a police report, a Class 4 felony that is punishable by up to three years in prison. Smollett pleaded not guilty, posted bond and was released.
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At a press conference the day of his arrest, Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson tore into the actor over the alleged scheme.
“Jussie Smollett took advantage of the pain and anger of racism to promote his career,” Johnson said. “I’m left hanging my head and asking why. Why would anyone, especially an African-American man, use the symbolism of a noose?”
Johnson was asked by reporters what he would consider justice in Smollett’s case.
“Absolute justice would be an apology to this city that he smeared, admitting what he did,” he said.
Johnson reiterated that stance Tuesday.
“Do I think justice was served? No,” Johnson said. “I think this city is still owed an apology.”