Topic signal in Canada
Updated Jul 23, 2026
jack smith
Republicans are pushing for a Justice Department investigation into former special counsel Jack Smith over alleged perjury.
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- Canada
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- Jul 23, 2026
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Republicans are pushing for a Justice Department investigation into former special counsel Jack Smith over alleged perjury.
Jack Smith, the former special counsel known for handling high-profile investigations, is currently facing a criminal referral from Republican lawmakers. The GOP-controlled House Judiciary Committee, led by Jim Jordan, has urged the Justice Department to investigate Smith for alleged perjury. This move has sparked debate, with some experts suggesting the effort is unlikely to succeed.
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