House Committee on the Judiciary

• 4 Takeaways From Jack Smith’s Testimony Before Lawmakers - In his remarks, the former special counsel repeatedly denied that he had acted out of partisan animus and bemoaned the Trump administration’s efforts to go after the president’s perceived enemies.
• Jack Smith to Testify Before Congress on Trump Investigations - The appearance provides Mr. Smith with what is likely to be his best opportunity to challenge President Trump’s assertion that he was persecuted for his politics, not for his misdeeds.
• Under Patel, F.B.I. Scours Its Records to Discredit Trump Opponents - As the F.B.I. has added payback to its portfolio, Republican lawmakers like Senator Charles E. Grassley have emerged as a clearinghouse for leaks and whistle-blowers.