Washington Today (1-22-26): Fmr. Special Counsel Jack Smith defends decision to charge Donald Trump
January 23, 2026
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as posted by the channelFormer Special Counsel Jack Smith defends his investigations of, and the criminal charges brought against, Donald Trump in testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.
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