Jack Smith Trump Investigation Defense 2026: 'Guided by Law, Not Politics'
On Jan 22, 2026, former Special Counsel Jack Smith defended his Trump investigations before House Republicans, stating he followed the law, not politics.
The hunter has become the questioned. Jack Smith, the former special counsel who led the high-stakes probes into Donald Trump, finally broke his silence on Capitol Hill. During a marathon hearing on January 22, 2026, Smith vigorously defended his record against accusations of partisan bias.
Jack Smith Trump Investigation Defense 2026: A Four-Hour Stand
According to reports from NPR, Smith testified for more than four hours before House Republicans. He maintained that his team followed the facts and the law, unswayed by political pressure. This testimony arrives at a critical juncture as the U.S. Department of Justice faces scrutiny over its independence in an increasingly polarized climate.
We followed the facts where they led. Our decisions were based on the law and the Constitution, not on politics or personal interests.
Partisan Divide on the Rule of Law
Republicans on the committee characterized the investigations as a 'weaponization' of the justice system. They focused their questioning on the timing of indictments and alleged leaks. Meanwhile, Democrats lauded Smith for his integrity, arguing that the hearing itself was an attempt to intimidate future independent prosecutors.
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