GOP chair of House Judiciary Committee asks Justice Department to consider prosecuting Jack Smith - KRDO
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The former special counsel led two criminal investigations of President Trump and has been a frequent target of Trump's ire on social media.
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**Summary:** The Republican chair of the House Judiciary Committee has asked the Justice Department to investigate former prosecutor Jack Smith, who was previously involved in President Trump's criminal investigations and is a frequent target on social media. **Why It Matters:** This request highlights the potential for increased scrutiny over political figures by law enforcement agencies, potentially
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