Irish Examiner view: Is Donald Trump above the law?     

One of the most significant stories about Donald Trump broke this week, based on investigations into whether Mr Trump tried to overturn the result of the 2020 presidential election illegally. Picture: Evan Vucci/AP

The return of Donald Trump as US president is sure to produce a near-constant stream of news stories featuring his pronouncements and policies. Mr Trump’s inauguration, for instance, is due to take place next Monday and will no doubt provide plenty of headlines in and of itself as his term begins officially.

One of the most significant stories about Mr Trump broke this week, however, thanks to a report written by US Department of Justice special counsel Jack Smith. The report is based on investigations into whether Mr Trump tried to overturn the result of the 2020 presidential election illegally.