Start Here You Don’t Know Jack: Smith Testifies to Congress
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Jan 23, 2026 Pierre Thomas, ABC News chief justice correspondent, shares insights on Jack Smith's congressional testimony, revealing the heated opposition and support surrounding his investigation into President Trump. Chris Connolly, ABC entertainment contributor, delves into the record-setting 16 Oscar nominations for 'Sinners,' highlighting key films and nominees. The conversation also shifts to a remarkable claim by a codebreaker who believes he’s solved the Zodiac case, linking it intriguingly to the Black Dahlia murder, stirring both excitement and skepticism in the investigative community.
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Smith Stands By His Investigations
- Jack Smith said his investigation "developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt" that President Trump engaged in criminal activity.
- He also said he would prosecute the same way regardless of the president's party and would do it again.
Two Competing Narratives At Hearing
- Republicans framed the hearing as evidence of a politicized Justice Department.
- Democrats defended Smith as upholding the rule of law and doing his job properly.
Rely On Policy, Not Politics
- Jack Smith repeatedly emphasized he followed DOJ policy and procedures during his probe.
- He urged reliance on established rules rather than political narratives when evaluating prosecutions.