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Rep. Jordan refers Jack Smith to DOJ for charges over alleged false testimony
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· July 23, 2026
· 3 min read
A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him. Lawyers for Smith deny the allegation and say he testified truth...
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Key takeaway Lawyers for Smith deny the allegation and say he testified truthfully.
Why this matters in The Detroit
In Detroit, where concerns about government transparency and accountability are always top of mind, the allegations against special counsel Jack Smith are being closely watched. The fact that Rep. Jim Jordan's referral to the Justice Department centers on the issue of subpoenaed records, including those of lawmakers, raises questions about the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches. For Detroiters, who have seen their fair share of high-profile investigations and corruption cases, the prospect of a special counsel potentially facing charges for alleged false testimony is a reminder that no one is above the law. As the Justice Department considers this referral, Detroit residents will be paying attention to how the case unfolds, particularly given the department's track record of investigating referrals from Congress under the Trump administration. The outcome of this case could have implications for how future investigations are conducted and how government officials are held accountable for their actions.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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What is this story about? A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him. Lawyers for Smith deny the allegation and say he testified truth...
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