Ex-Trump Prosecutor Smith to Testify Before Senate on Legal Challenges

Jack Smith tells senators he won't be silenced by threats as he defends investigations into Trump's actions.

September 29, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, United States — Former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith will testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee, vowing not to be silenced by threats of prosecution from the Trump administration. He emphasized his commitment to the rule of law and defended the criminal cases against former President Donald Trump.

Smith’s testimony comes amid scrutiny over subpoenas for phone records of GOP lawmakers, a move he described as necessary to understand the scope of the conspiracy involving Trump and his allies. Despite claims of overreach, Smith maintains that such practices are standard in investigations.

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Smith was appointed in 2022 to oversee investigations into Trump’s efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss and the retention of classified documents. He has faced retribution from Trump and his administration, including the revocation of security clearances for his lawyers. The hearing is expected to focus on these legal challenges and the integrity of the investigations.

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