Former Special Counsel Jack Smith revealed that Republican allies were willing to testify against Trump in investigations related to the 2020 election and classified documents, emphasizing that his cases were based on evidence and that he would pursue similar actions against Democratic presidents. Smith defended his actions against accusations of political bias and highlighted the support from some Republicans who prioritized the country over party loyalty.
Jack Smith defended his investigation into Donald Trump during a closed-door deposition, emphasizing his impartiality, the use of Republican witnesses, and the evidence against Trump, while also revealing details about his investigation process and addressing partisan criticisms.
Former special counsel Jack Smith's deposition reveals key insights into his investigation of Trump, including his stance that the Jan. 6 attack was Trump’s responsibility, his legal justification for subpoenaing congressional phone records, evidence of Trump obstructing the recovery of classified documents, his claim that he would have investigated any president, and his refusal to disclose details about Patel's interview due to a court injunction.
Former special counsel Jack Smith has requested a public hearing before the House Judiciary Committee to defend his investigation into Donald Trump amid GOP accusations of misconduct, aiming to clarify his actions and allow the public to hear his testimony directly.
Jack Smith, former Justice Department special counsel, testified to lawmakers that his team found 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt' of Trump's criminal conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election and his mishandling of classified documents, emphasizing his decision-making was based solely on law and facts. The testimony was part of a closed-door deposition related to investigations into Trump, including analysis of GOP lawmakers' phone records, and Smith expressed willingness for an open hearing.
Senate Republicans are seeking to question Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump, about his work and communications, amid ongoing political tensions and scrutiny over his investigations into Trump and the Biden administration. Smith's lawyers have expressed willingness to testify publicly, while the DOJ prepares to facilitate access to relevant files.
Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump, defends the impartiality of his investigations in a letter to Senate Judiciary Chair Grassley, amid Republican scrutiny and requests for public testimony, while broader political tensions and government shutdown negotiations continue in Congress.
Senate Democrats propose a one-year extension of Obamacare subsidies amid ongoing political debates, while special counsel Jack Smith faces scrutiny from Republicans over his investigations into Trump, with tensions over transparency and potential political influence.
Senate Republicans are actively investigating Jack Smith's probe into Trump, releasing nearly 200 subpoenas and criticizing the investigation as politically motivated, while also addressing other issues like tariffs, government shutdown, and military posture in Europe.
Former special counsel Jack Smith has requested permission from Congress and the Justice Department to testify publicly about his investigations into Donald Trump, citing concerns over mischaracterizations and seeking to clarify his actions in the criminal cases related to Trump. His lawyers are awaiting guidance from the DOJ to ensure he won't face repercussions for testifying, and the move has garnered support from some lawmakers who believe the public should hear directly from him. This development comes amid ongoing political scrutiny and efforts to scrutinize the integrity of Smith's investigations.
The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a federal grand jury investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James, focusing on her office's civil fraud case against President Trump and related allegations, amid political tensions and accusations of weaponization of the justice system.
The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Attorney General Letitia James to investigate whether she violated Donald Trump's civil rights, related to her lawsuits against Trump and the NRA, marking an escalation in political and legal scrutiny of her actions and her investigations into Trump.
US Attorney General Pam Bondi fired the department's top ethics adviser, Joseph Tirrell, amid a series of dismissals linked to investigations into Donald Trump, raising concerns about political influence and ethics in the department.
The US Justice Department has dismissed around 20 employees from Special Counsel Jack Smith's team investigating Trump, including prosecutors involved in cases related to Trump and the January 6 Capitol riot, as part of a broader effort to remove personnel associated with Trump or his supporters since January.
The Trump administration has initiated criminal investigations into former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey, though details are unclear. The probes follow broader scrutiny of officials involved in investigations related to Russia interference and the Epstein case, amid ongoing political controversy and past investigations that did not result in charges against the two officials.
