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Chairman Jim Jordan | House Committee on the Judiciary website

Jordan and Loudermilk demand record preservation from special counsel

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House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan and Representative Barry Loudermilk have sent a letter to Special Counsel Jack Smith. The letter demands that his office preserve all records related to the Biden-Harris Administration's prosecutions of former President Donald Trump.

The letter also reiterates requests for specific documents and communications. These include materials related to meetings between FBI and Justice Department officials involving Jack Smith, information on the hiring of Office of Special Counsel staff members, and communications concerning the investigation and prosecution of Trump.

The letter states: "The Committee on the Judiciary is continuing its oversight of the Department of Justice and the Office of Special Counsel. According to recent public reports, prosecutors in your office have been 'gaming out legal options' in the event that President Donald Trump won the election." It continues by expressing concern over potential destruction or alteration of relevant records following Trump's recent electoral victory.

Jordan and Loudermilk emphasize that "the Office of Special Counsel is not immune from transparency or above accountability for its actions." They ask for all requested materials by November 22, 2024.

Additionally, they formally request preservation of all existing and future records connected to investigations into Trump. The letter instructs Smith to prevent any destruction or alteration—intentional or negligent—of documents, communications, or electronic information pertinent to this inquiry.

The full text of their communication with Special Counsel Jack Smith can be accessed through provided links.

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