Summary
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee, led by Republicans, has subpoenaed Jack Smith, a former Department of Justice special counsel, to testify in a closed-door meeting. Smith led federal prosecutions against President Donald Trump, which were later dropped following his re-election. The committee is investigating the indictments related to Trump's actions during the 2020 election and classified documents.
Key Facts
- The House Judiciary Committee issued a subpoena to Jack Smith, former DOJ special counsel.
- Smith previously volunteered for a public meeting, but the committee chose a private session.
- Smith led prosecutions related to Trump's alleged efforts to challenge the 2020 election results and classified documents.
- Both cases against Trump were dropped after his re-election as President.
- The DOJ has a policy that prevents prosecuting a sitting president.
- Trump has described the indictments against him as politically motivated.
- Smith's legal team defended his actions, stating they were lawful and according to DOJ policy.
- President Trump criticized Smith in a recent news conference, preferring public testimony.
