Jussie Smollet case: Newly released text messages show that State’s Attorney Kim Foxx, who had recused herself from Smollett’s case, discussed it nonetheless with staff and worried the 'Empire' actor was being overcharged.
Foxx recused herself from the Smollett case because she had spoken with one of the actor’s family members when she was under the impression he was a victim of a hate crime.
“Sooo…...I’m recused, but when people accuse us of overcharging cases...16 counts on a class 4 [felony] becomes exhibit A,” Foxx wrote in newly-released text messages that were requested by media outlets and had to be released under open record laws.“Pedophile with 4 victims 10 counts. Washed up celeb who lied to cops, 16.” Foxx added, apparently referencingFoxx added that “just because we can charge something doesn’t mean we should.
“Just wish I could have anticipated the magnitude of this response and planned a bit better!” Assistant State’s Attorney Risa Lanier texted.
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