# Fmr. Special Counsel Jack Smith Testifies on Allegations of Targeting GOP Lawmakers

The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on September 29, 2026, with former Special Counsel Jack Smith testifying about the investigations into President Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election and his handling of classified documents. Republican members questioned Smith about the Arctic Frost investigation, subpoenas and preservation requests involving congressional and other records, non-disclosure orders, potential Speech or Debate Clause concerns, and alleged political bias or procedural violations. Smith defended the investigations as evidence-based and consistent with Justice Department policy, and said he had no partisan motive. Democratic members emphasized the events of January 6, the evidence gathered, and the treatment of prosecutors and agents who worked on the cases.

Members also discussed a proposed NDO Fairness Act, which Smith said had passed the House and was awaiting Senate action; no vote on the measure occurred during this hearing. The committee entered documents and statements into the record and the chair asked Smith to provide a written response to issues raised. No procurement, contract awards, spending decisions, or budget allocations were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Sources
- [Fmr. Special Counsel Jack Smith Testifies on Allegations of Targeting GOP Lawmakers](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdAjPKquoK4) - C-SPAN