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House Republican accuses Smith of lying about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Josh Skluzacek , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 23, 2026
· 3 min read
WASHINGTON (AP) — A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him. Lawyers for Smith deny the allegation and say ...
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Key takeaway The referral, sent Wednesday, centers on a December 2025 exchange in which Smith was asked about subpoenas that prosecutors had issued for the toll records of some Republican lawmakers as part of the investigation.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In the Twin Cities, where community trust in government is already a concern, the accusation against special counsel Jack Smith raises questions about the potential impact on local faith in the justice system. As Minneapolis residents follow national developments, they may wonder how such allegations of dishonesty could affect the perceived integrity of investigations and prosecutions closer to home. The fact that a congressional referral has no legal authority to compel action may reassure some that the process is more political than substantive, but it also underscores the complexities of the relationship between law enforcement and those in power. For Minneapolis, where community-police relations are a longstanding issue, the handling of this situation at the federal level may have implications for how similar situations are navigated locally, particularly in terms of transparency and accountability.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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