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Jordan’s referral to prosecute Jack Smith

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Jim Jordan referred Jack Smith to the Justice Department for prosecution, alleging Smith lied to Congress about obtaining text-message content from 44 members during a December 2025 deposition. Smith’s attorneys deny he lied, and DOJ says it will investigate; no decision on prosecution is reported.

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    1. Update 1Jordan Asks DOJ to Prosecute Jack Smith, Allying a Single 'No' Against 44 Lawmakers' Texts

    The story so far

    1. Update 1

      Jordan Asks DOJ to Prosecute Jack Smith, Allying a Single 'No' Against 44 Lawmakers' Texts

      The House Judiciary chair says the former special counsel lied to Congress about whether his team read the messages. Smith's lawyers say he was asked a narrower question and answered it.

      Still open after this report

      • Whether DOJ has formally responded to the referral or confirmed receipt.
      • The exact number of lawmakers whose texts were obtained, beyond the figure of 44 cited by the committee.
      • Whether the deposition date is December 17, 2025 or January 22, 2026 — outlets disagree.

    History

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    Who's involved

    People

    • Donald TrumpPresident of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)1 report
    • Jamie RaskinAmerican lawyer, politician, and U.S. Representative from Maryland since 20171 report
    • Jim JordanUnited States Representative from Ohio since 20071 report
    • Lanny A. BreuerAmerican lawyer1 report
    • Peter Koskilawyer1 report
    • Todd BlancheAmerican attorney (born 1974)1 report

    Places

    • WashingtonWashington, DC, USA1 report

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