A federal grand jury convened in Washington D.C. to address Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into the January 6th events and alleged election interference. However, a court official informed Fox News that an indictment is not anticipated on Thursday. Former President Trump's legal representatives met with Smith's team earlier that day, bracing for a potential federal indictment against the leading 2024 GOP candidate.

Sources indicated that Trump's legal team received no specific timeline regarding a possible indictment, but they also hadn't received any information suggesting it wouldn't occur eventually.

Following the meeting, the former president took to Truth Social, stating, "My lawyers had a productive discussion with the DOJ, thoroughly explaining that I acted appropriately, sought counsel from numerous attorneys, and that indicting me would only further damage our nation. No notice was provided during the meeting — Don't believe the Fake News!"

Last week, Trump revealed he received a target letter from the Justice Department, requesting his appearance before the grand jury. He expressed anticipation of "an arrest and indictment," characterizing the situation as election interference during a Fox News town hall with Sean Hannity. He criticized the DOJ, claiming it has become a political weapon for the Democrats.

Smith's investigation centers around whether Trump or other officials interfered with the peaceful transition of power after the 2020 presidential election, including the Electoral College certification on January 6th, 2021. On that day, pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol while Congress was certifying the election results in favor of President Biden.

The House of Representatives impeached Trump for inciting an insurrection, marking him as the only president impeached twice. A Senate conviction would have barred him from holding federal office, preventing a 2024 presidential bid.

In June, Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 federal felony charges related to Smith's investigation into his handling of classified documents after leaving office. These charges included willful retention of national defense information, conspiracy to obstruct justice, and false statements. This marked the first time a former president faced federal criminal charges.