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Former Special Counsel Jack Smith Addresses Senate Republicans on Trump Investigations
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Former Special Counsel Jack Smith Addresses Senate Republicans on Trump Investigations

Former special counsel Jack Smith appeared before Senate Republicans on Tuesday. He responded to questions regarding his two criminal investigations involving former President Donald Trump. The probes focused on actions related to the 2020 election and the handling of classified documents.

09/30/2026 · New York edition

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Why it matters locally: While the investigations are national in scope, their outcomes could significantly influence the political landscape and upcoming elections, which are of particular interest to New York's large and diverse electorate.

WASHINGTON – Former special counsel Jack Smith participated in a Senate hearing on Tuesday, addressing Republican senators' inquiries concerning his management of two criminal investigations involving former President Donald Trump. Smith, who served as the lead prosecutor for the Department of Justice, oversaw probes into Trump's efforts to challenge the 2020 election results. He also directed an investigation into Trump's possession of classified documents following his presidency. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin reported on the proceedings.

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