Jack Smith Defends Trump Investigations in Congressional Hearings
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Jack Smith, former Justice Department special counsel, testified to lawmakers that his team found 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt' of Trump's criminal conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election and his mishandling of classified documents, emphasizing his decision-making was based solely on law and facts. The testimony was part of a closed-door deposition related to investigations into Trump, including analysis of GOP lawmakers' phone records, and Smith expressed willingness for an open hearing.
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