Senate Hearing Reveals Jack Smith Subpoenaed The Media

During a recent Senate Judiciary hearing, significant revelations emerged regarding Jack Smith's subpoenaing of multiple media outlets, including The Federalist, Associated Press, Bloomberg, CBS, CNN, Fox News, and more. The subpoenas were issued under the orders of Joe Biden and Merrick Garland, as part of Smith's investigation into the January 6 events and efforts to prosecute President Trump and Republicans. The media outlets named had their communications obtained, raising concerns about the breach of the First Amendment and freedom of the press. Mollie Hemingway, Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist, expressed her outrage and disbelief over the actions taken by Smith, emphasizing the partisan nature of the investigation and its disregard for constitutional protections. Hemingway highlighted the irony of media outlets like CNN, which participated in the Russia collusion narrative, feeling secure while others, like The Federalist, were targeted for their critical reporting. The discussion also touched on the role of the National Archives and the Inspector General's conflicting statements regarding the legitimacy of the investigation. Hemingway concluded by stressing the importance of accountability for such governmental overreach and violations of civil liberties.