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Jack Smith, special counsel who investigated Trump, testifies before Congress

Former U.S. Department of Justice special counsel Jack Smith testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about the investigations and indictments of U.S. President Donald Trump for his attempt to overturn the 2020 presidential election results, as well as unauthorized retention of classified documents, in Washington, D.C., U.S., on January 22, 2026. Smith withdrew the indictments after Trump won the 2024 presidential election. The Department of Justice has a policy prohibiting the prosecution of Presidents while in office. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13230075
Date taken: 22 January 2026
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Photographer: Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category: Politics

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