Bannon`s War Room Episode 5088: Jack Smith Hearing: Lies And Meltdown
Jan 23, 2026
Julie Kelly, a conservative commentator, critiques Jack Smith's hearing as a disaster and highlights alleged misconduct exposed during Republican questioning. Ivan Raikland provides firsthand accounts and discusses larger concerns about lawfare and the Capitol Police's role. John Case dives into the legal situation surrounding Tina Peters, including her recent prison incident. The trio also analyzes media reactions and the shifting narrative in conservative outlets, all while navigating the political implications of the hearing.
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Smith's Conclusion On Trump's 2020 Intent
- Julie Kelly and others argue Jack Smith concluded Trump knowingly attempted to overturn the 2020 election and could be convicted.
- They cite Barr, Pence, advisers, and many court rulings as proof Trump knew he lost.
Committee Defense Of Smith's Conduct
- Multiple members condemned personal attacks from Trump and defended Jack Smith's integrity before the committee.
- Democratic speakers urged Smith to ignore partisan noise and affirmed his fidelity to the rule of law.
Push Congress And DOJ To Investigate
- Julie Kelly advised further congressional and DOJ follow-up on alleged misconduct in Smith's cases.
- She urged probes into false statements and unconstitutional subpoenas tied to the special counsel's actions.