July 14, 2026

Jack Smith's Investigation Accused of Unlawfully Obtaining Text Messages from Congress Members

Former special counsel Jack Smith's investigation allegedly obtained text messages from 44 members of Congress without following required review processes, raising constitutional issues.
Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley and Sen. Ron Johnson criticized Smith's actions as a violation of the Constitution's Speech & Debate Clause.
Rep. Elise Stefanik claims the texts' review constitutes unconstitutional spying on lawmakers, and Grassley plans to hold Smith accountable before Congress.