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Jack Smith withheld names of GOP lawmakers from judges who granted access to phone records
- Smith testified that judges were not told his team was seizing GOP lawmakers’ phone records when approving non-disclosure orders.
- He argued the secrecy was necessary to avoid a grave risk of obstruction of justice.
- Smith said the seizure was lawful and consistent with department policy.
- The deposition referenced questions about Speech or Debate protections for lawmakers.
- The report lists GOP targets of the subpoenas, including McCarthy and Jordan.
- Senators could be awarded damages if records were seized without notification.
- The deposition occurred during an ongoing Arctic Frost-related probe.
- Smith claimed he was not involved in Perry or Jordan subpoenas since they were issued before he became special counsel.
- The deposition touched on DOJ approvals by the Public Integrity Section for subpoenas.
- The article notes political reactions and questions about the appointment and outcomes of the cases.
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