Former Justice Department Special Counsel Jack Smith is set to testify in a closed-door session before the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee on December 17, 2025. This private interview comes after the committee declined Smith’s offer to testify publicly about his investigations into former President Donald Trump, which involved alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and the mishandling of classified documents. Both investigations concluded following Trump’s re-election in 2024 due to Department of Justice policies protecting sitting presidents from indictment.
The House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Rep. Jim Jordan, issued a subpoena for Smith’s deposition to gather information on the Justice Department’s conduct during the investigations. Smith’s legal team expressed disappointment over the denial of a public hearing, stressing the necessity for transparency.
In this session, Smith is expected to clarify misconceptions about his investigative work, particularly regarding the analysis of cellphone metadata from certain Republican lawmakers. However, he will not be able to disclose any grand jury materials, as they are legally protected.
This testimony is part of a broader GOP investigation into the Justice Department’s actions during the Biden administration, specifically focusing on how inquiries into Trump’s conduct were managed. Smith’s insights are anticipated to shed light on the investigative processes and decisions made during his tenure as Special Counsel, adding depth to the ongoing discussions about the Justice Department’s role in politics and governance.
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