In a rare public appearance before Congress, special counsel Jack Smith defended his handling of probes into former President Donald Trump's dealings, as Democrats praised his dedication to upholding the law.
Top Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin commended Smith on his testimony, expressing gratitude for appearing before the committee and acknowledging the intensity of criticism he faced from Republicans and the president himself. In his opening remarks, Raskin emphasized that the true test lay in adhering to the rule of law, rather than engaging in partisan politics.
Notably, Raskin highlighted Smith's impressive background as a prosecutor, having worked under both Republican and Democratic administrations at various high-profile offices, including the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and the Justice Department. This experience underscored his commitment to upholding justice, even in the face of considerable adversity.
In a striking rebuke to Trump's personal attacks against him, Raskin eloquently defended Smith, pointing out that he was not a "criminal" for doing his job diligently but rather for consistently following established protocols and procedures. By pursuing facts with extreme caution and adhering to professional standards, Smith exemplified the very principles of public service that underpin the American system.
While Smith's testimony undoubtedly generated controversy, Raskin's praise underscores an important distinction between partisan criticism and genuine calls for accountability. As the nation watches this unfolding drama unfold, it remains to be seen how the full extent of the investigations will play out – but one thing is clear: Jack Smith has earned a reputation as a dedicated public servant who refused to bend to pressure or compromise his commitment to justice.
Top Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin commended Smith on his testimony, expressing gratitude for appearing before the committee and acknowledging the intensity of criticism he faced from Republicans and the president himself. In his opening remarks, Raskin emphasized that the true test lay in adhering to the rule of law, rather than engaging in partisan politics.
Notably, Raskin highlighted Smith's impressive background as a prosecutor, having worked under both Republican and Democratic administrations at various high-profile offices, including the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and the Justice Department. This experience underscored his commitment to upholding justice, even in the face of considerable adversity.
In a striking rebuke to Trump's personal attacks against him, Raskin eloquently defended Smith, pointing out that he was not a "criminal" for doing his job diligently but rather for consistently following established protocols and procedures. By pursuing facts with extreme caution and adhering to professional standards, Smith exemplified the very principles of public service that underpin the American system.
While Smith's testimony undoubtedly generated controversy, Raskin's praise underscores an important distinction between partisan criticism and genuine calls for accountability. As the nation watches this unfolding drama unfold, it remains to be seen how the full extent of the investigations will play out – but one thing is clear: Jack Smith has earned a reputation as a dedicated public servant who refused to bend to pressure or compromise his commitment to justice.
, you know? It's like, the guy's just doing his job and we gotta respect that. I mean, we can disagree with him as a Democrat, but at least he's keeping it real and not playing games. And let's be real, Smith's got some serious street cred coming from those high-profile offices - he's not afraid to get his hands dirty 
. But what really gets me is how Raskin highlighted the importance of following protocols and procedures 
. It's like, we can't just make this stuff up as we go along, we gotta play by the rules and keep it fair for everyone. This whole thing has definitely brought some attention to the fact that investigations shouldn't be about personal vendettas, but about holding people in power accountable... or should I say, what a refreshing change of pace from all the drama that's usually surrounding these kinds of things 
. i mean, don't get me wrong, it's great that he's sticking to his guns and following procedure, but isn't that just more of the same old "justice" we've seen in this administration? 
need some actual sources on smith's background and what's really going on behind the scenes before i fully buy into raskin's narrative 
. newsflash: being a prosecutor isn't a game of politics, but i gotta give props to rep raskin for keeping it real and talking about smith's qualifications 
I'm loving this development in the Trump investigation! It's awesome that Rep. Raskin is giving credit where it's due and standing up for someone like Jack Smith, who's doing his job despite all the drama 
. As a non-partisan observer, it's refreshing to see someone being praised for their dedication to upholding the law rather than just trying to score points with the party 
. And let's be real, who wouldn't want a prosecutor with that kind of experience on their team? 
! It's awesome that they're emphasizing the importance of following established protocols and procedures in their line of work - it's not just about doing your job, but also about upholding justice and being a public servant 
. And can we talk about how Jack Smith has earned this reputation for himself? Like, he's not afraid to go against pressure or bend to the will of others 
! It's really inspiring to see someone do their job with so much integrity and dedication 
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meanwhile, raskin's words are so true, we need ppl like smith who stick to the facts and don't let politics get in the way 
. He's just trying to do the right thing! 
and then just gave a glowing review of him 
not saying it's bad to show appreciation for someone's dedication, but come on... this feels like a PR stunt more than an actual call for accountability 
. Smith's background is solid tho 
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