John F. Lauro

John Lauro is a Tampa-based criminal defense attorney and former federal prosecutor who served as lead attorney in the federal election interference case against Trump in Washington D.C. Lauro defended Trump against a 4-count indictment including conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding. The case was discontinued after Trump's 2024 election victory. Lauro made frequent TV appearances attacking Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment and claiming presidential immunity. His firm received $288,000+ from Trump PACs.