Jack Smith tells Congress he wants to testify publicly

[struth]

There are no rules that say a hearing must be done behind closed doors.

Sure, but there are no rules saying it can't be. In this case, because the testimony is expected to violate the secrey of the GJ and other DOJ policies and rules, it's best done behind close doors, to protect the witness from any legal consequences from violating those rules....such as disbarment for example, or civil liability etc

If not, the pubic testimony will be him refusing to answer, question after question.

 

[pknopp]

there are in regards to Grand Jury testimony and other legal actions

This isn't grand jury testimony.

 

[berg80]

Here's hoping.

I'll be shocked if they let him. The congressional Republicans aren't stupid. They're craven and shameless, but they're not stupid.

If I recall correctly Gym Jordan refused to comply with the subpoena to testify about what he knew regarding trump's plot to steal the 2020 election.

 

[pknopp]

Sure, but there are no rules saying it can't be. In this case, because the testimony is expected to violate the secrey of the GJ and other DOJ policies and rules, it's best done behind close doors, to protect the witness from any legal consequences from violating those rules....such as disbarment for example, or civil liability etc

If not, the pubic testimony will be him refusing to answer, question after question.

very little should be done behind closed doors where the government is concerned.

 

[1srelluc]

....but requires assurance from the Department of Justice that he will not be punished for doing so.

**** that backdoor immunity BS.

After his indictment he can plead-out to a reduced sentence if he names names that lead to further indictments of his co-conspirators.

That's the only deal I would allow for that POS.....Maybe not even that.

 

[struth]

very little should be done behind closed doors where the government is concerned.

well the point of grand jury secrey is to protect the innocent, it encourages witnesses to want to come forward and be transparent, it also keeps potential criminal from being tipped off. It's very important.

Rule 6. The Grand Jury

www.law.cornell.edu

I can understand if, I were engaged in criminal, or suspect conduct, like Jack Smith, or any dembot for that matter, why they wouldn't like it.

 

[meaner gene]

Jack Smith has agreed to testify in front of Jordan's committee, but publicly. I believe another victim did this and they wouldn't hold a public hearing. This should be interesting.

Jack Smith tells Congress he wants to testify publicly​

https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5571310-jack-smith-public-testimony/

Former special counsel Jack Smith is asking that he be allowed to appear publicly after House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) demanded his testimony.

“Given the many mischaracterizations of Mr. Smith’s investigation into President Trump’s alleged mishandling of classified documents and role in attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election, Mr. Smith respectfully requests the opportunity to testify in open hearings before the House and Senate Judiciary Committees,” his attorneys wrote in a letter to Jordan.

Jordan requested a transcribed, closed-door interview with Smith earlier this month, accusing the former special counsel and his team team of launching “politically motivated prosecutions” into Trump and trying to “silence” him during the campaign.

Smith’s effort to appear publicly would require the blessing of the Justice Department, with his attorneys saying he would need guidance so he doesn’t violate any rules regarding grand jury secrecy. He would also likely be asked to answer questions about the Mar-a-Lago investigation. The special counsel’s final report on that case has not been released.

“He is prepared to answer questions about the Special Counsel’s investigation and prosecution, but requires assurance from the Department of Justice that he will not be punished for doing so,” Smith’s legal team said.

They should make a movie about what Jack Smith tells congress.

Call it "Mr Smith goes to Washington"

 

[22lcidw]

Transparency. What politicians say but rarely do. We all should demand it. All the same, the claim was he was wanting to violate the rules.

I guess we can dismiss that argument.

One thing about politics. We peasants hear about the condemnations of all those within it. It is constant and endless, 24 hours a day. And it is mostly one sided in favor of the Progressives as they control most of the airwaves.

 

[BULLDOG]

**** jack Smith. I don't even want there to be congressional hearings with the prick. They are a waste of time.

Indict the asshole for the multiple crimes he has committed, perjury, conspiracy to commit perjury, false imprisonment, etc.

Get this ******* prick in prison.

Don't you need some kind of evidence other than unfounded accusations and conspiracy theories to do that?

 

[Marener]

there are in regards to Grand Jury testimony and other legal actions

The law does protect grand jury testimony. But that’s true whether he testifies publicly or not. Either way, he can’t disclose grand jury testimony.

 

[meaner gene]

Sure, but there are no rules saying it can't be. In this case, because the testimony is expected to violate the secrey of the GJ and other DOJ policies and rules, it's best done behind close doors, to protect the witness from any legal consequences from violating those rules....such as disbarment for example, or civil liability etc

If not, the pubic testimony will be him refusing to answer, question after question.

That's not a problem. They often hold two hearings, where after their public testimony, they move to a closed session where they can ask questions involving privileged or classified information.

It happens all the time.

 

[Astrostar]

Jack Smith ready to respond to GOP questions, but he wants the public to see his answers

Last week, Republican lawmakers tried to go on the offensive against the former special counsel. This week, he turned the tables and called their bluff.

www.msnbc.com

There is no way in hell that the maga witch hunters are going to allow Jack Smith to testify in public about the reams of evidence he has on the criminality of D.J. Trump. So, of course, Jack will refuse to testify closed door and maga will screech that he has something to hide, when in fact, it is the maga cult that has something to hide. And that is the criminality of their crime boss, D.J. Trump!

Bigly!!!

 

[struth]

They should make a movie about what Jack Smith tells congress.

Call it "Mr Smith goes to Washington"

There is a movie already titled that, great movie, I recommend everyone watch...with that said it's about a man that was actually elected, and had a legal right to his job in Washington. While there he rooted out corruption.

This is vastly different then Jack, who was illegally appointed to engage in a political hit job against the, then President's rival.

 

[Marener]

Don't you need some kind of evidence other than unfounded accusations and conspiracy theories to do that?

It anymore!

 

[Mac1958]

If I recall correctly Gym Jordan refused to comply with the subpoena to testify about what he knew regarding trump's plot to steal the 2020 election.

I've never been one to hold a high opinion of professional politicians to begin with, but this is disgraceful. It's the best example yet of why we need term limits. These cowards are selling their damn souls just to keep their cushy gubmit jobs.

 

[struth]

That's not a problem. They often hold two hearings, where after their public testimony, they move to a closed session where they can ask questions involving privileged or classified information.

It happens all the time.

Usually it's the closed door one first, then the public one, once they get the information they need.

I am fine with that process taking place, but first the Committee has a job to do, then Smith can get his 15 mins

 

[1srelluc]

Ha! Given he wants immunity he can pound sand.

He can talk all he wants and try to make a deal after his indictment.

Dupe BTW.

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Oct 24, 2025

There are no laws that would prevent this being held in public.

there are in regards to Grand Jury testimony and other legal actions

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[C_Clayton_Jones]

Had to bust a gut laughing over this. Republicans demanded this same thing during investigations and yet Democrats denied them, did the questioning in private, and released only what they wanted to release for political purposes.

The last thing Republicans want is for Smith to testify, confirming the fact that prosecuting Trump was perfectly warranted and lawful.

 

[C_Clayton_Jones]

So this is just grand standing? He wants to violate grand jury secrey and DOJ rules and regulations? He knows that isn't allowed, so it has to be behind close doors.

What a jackass.....frankly, you have to wonder if the Dems shut the govt down to delay this hearing

Republicans are cowards, they fear facts and the truth.

 

[struth]

The law does protect grand jury testimony. But that’s true whether he testifies publicly or not. Either way, he can’t disclose grand jury testimony.

actually there are exemptions,

Rule 6. The Grand Jury

www.law.cornell.edu

So yes it matters if it's behind closed doors.