Former special counsel Jack Smith is scheduled to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday. This appearance follows his previous testimony before Congress and comes as the committee continues its oversight of the investigations he led during his tenure at the Department of Justice.

During his time as special counsel, Smith oversaw two major federal cases involving President-elect Donald Trump: the classified documents case centered at Mar-a-Lago and the investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Smith’s team ultimately brought criminal charges in both matters. The upcoming hearing is expected to focus on the processes and decisions made by his office during these investigations.

While the scope of the questioning has not been fully detailed, the hearing represents a significant moment for congressional scrutiny of the Justice Department's actions. The committee’s inquiry follows a period of intense public and political debate regarding the legitimacy and conduct of the special counsel's office. As Smith prepares for his testimony, interest remains high regarding how he will address the transition of these cases following the recent election results and the Department of Justice's long-standing policies regarding the prosecution of sitting presidents.