Senator Marsha Blackburn Sues Over Jack Smith’s Subpoena During Trump Inquiry

New York Times Wednesday 30 September 2026, 21:27 UTC By Charlie Savage 1 min read

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Senator Marsha Blackburn’s lawsuit seeks a declaration that Jack Smith, the former special counsel, conspired to violate her rights during an investigation into Donald J. Trump.

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