Jordan Calls for Criminal Charges Against Jack Smith Over False Statements to Congress

House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R‑Ohio) urged the House to refer former special counsel Jack Smith for criminal charges on Wednesday, citing allegations that Smith made false statements to Congress during his deposition. The referral, obtained by *The Hill*, specifically accuses Smith of providing misleading testimony while overseeing the investigations that culminated in criminal charges against former President Donald Trump. Jordan’s motion follows a series of statements from the committee that have repeatedly called for the indictment of the former special counsel.

Smith’s alleged misconduct centers on claims that he misrepresented facts to Congress, thereby obstructing the legislative oversight process. The referral also notes that Smith’s actions could have influenced the direction and scope of the investigations into Trump’s conduct. If the House adopts the referral, it would trigger a formal criminal investigation by the Department of Justice, potentially leading to prosecution of Smith for perjury or related offenses.

The move by Jordan represents a significant escalation in the ongoing scrutiny of the former special counsel’s conduct. While the House has not yet voted on the referral, the proposal underscores the growing bipartisan concern over the integrity of the investigations into President Trump. Whether the referral moves forward remains to be seen, but it signals that the House Judiciary Committee is prepared to hold Smith accountable for the alleged false statements to Congress.