Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies before Senate Judiciary Committee

Former Special Counsel Jack Smith appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee today, September 29, 2026, to address his investigations into former President Trump. The hearing focuses on Smith's probes related to Trump's handling of classified documents and alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, which led to two indictments against the former president.

Republicans on the committee have accused Smith of overstepping his authority and employing questionable tactics, including obtaining phone records and text messages from numerous members of Congress. Smith is anticipated to defend his actions, asserting that his investigative decisions were made impartially and were supported by sufficient evidence, irrespective of political considerations.

The criminal cases against Donald Trump were ultimately dismissed following his re-election in November 2024, in accordance with Department of Justice policy that precludes the prosecution of a sitting president.