At 9:39 this morning, a true patriot and countryman stood before members of Congress while a barrage of flashes exploded in his face from the swarm of photographers sitting on the ground in the crowded room on Capitol Hill. Wearing a deep blue “American Flag” suit and his right hand raised high, he swore that his testimony would be “the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you, God.” With his own legal team directly behind him, former Special Counsel Jack Smith sat down, turned his microphone on, and began his long-awaited testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee with a stunning opening statement. In it were words that have never been, and never should be, said about a president of the United States of America, but that are now being said about Donald J. Trump: "Our investigation developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt that President Trump engaged in serious crimes against our nation."
Thank you, Heather for doing the awful and disgusting work of listening to this corruption and conspiracy theories and summarizing it for us…
I used the “no decency” quote on January 7th 2021
It is even more apropos today.
I watched Sen Schmidt call Jack Smith a dirtbag today because he wouldn’t “admit” to the Atlanta basketball conspiracy theory that was such a stupid lie. I was so proud of Sen Klobuchar for very firmly setting the record straight and asking for an apology from Sen Schmidt to Jack Smith…I know they think they are cool and it is cute to call those who don’t align with the president’s agenda filthy and disrespectful names…But in my book that is conduct unbecoming, and he should be sanctioned if he does not apologize PUBLICLY to Jack Smith…thank you for reading and watching so I don’t have to
I can’t thank you enough Heather for standing in the trenches and fighting for our country. Your words will be etched in history as a true American patriot who fought for our freedoms,and country in the darkest hours. Our media has let Americans down, you haven’t and I will never forget it.
I find Schmitt’s attack on Smith utterly dumbfounding. How anyone can build such a flimsy case, double down on it and then add insult to injury is beyond me. Smith is a hero. A ray of light in some of the darkest days I feel your country has ever gone through.
Greedy and stupid people often make the mistake of thinking everyone else is as stupid and greedy as they are. That might explain enough for you Deb. Any other explanation is just muddying the waters.
Well, this was worth waking up for! A man with the unassuming name of Jack Smith has created a whirlwind to sweep the fetid air out of the White House! This is what we've been waiting for - a brave heart with a voice to stand against the mob. And didn't he do well?
Heather, we are so grateful that you are doing that hard stuff every day to bring the daily dross to our screens. Not easy I'm sure - it is a daily chore but, to be on the right side of History is to be a PLP - a Proper Living Person', (as my muched-missed son used to say).
Thinking how difficult it is to become president with all private dirty money involved you may be correct! Unless the von trump style of disgusting weaponizing of institutions remains. Thank you
Woowee! Can you even imagine that Vance goes up against him and Smith wins!! tRump would be furious! 😂 They'd probably try to incite another insurrection. But having experienced one, we'd hopefully be better prepared!
Thank you Heather. We witnessed a number of courageous individuals today. Jack Smith, Amy Klobuchar, Adam Schiff and Cory Booker, so many. Find that these individuals were not just courageous but exhibited a number of qualities.
That they love this nation for what the possibilities are that it can become, the opportunities are endless. They have a deep respect and adherence to laws. That laws make the society and without laws a society breaks apart. For all of them they just don’t care about their constituents but every American no matter how they vote or be sectioned off as blue or red. They care about the people. That when they took an oath of their offices as Senators or a special prosecutor that the Constitution is by far is what they will defend.
“I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.”
Out of frustration which is understandable due to the Republicans who continue to carry water of his Big Lie that he won in 2020. A grown 80 year old man that cannot admit reality, and everyone of these Republicans just fall in line. The words pathetic and pitiful should really rise to most Americans minds. Unfortunately it doesn’t for all Americans. Hope someday that comes to pass.
Those Republican Senators displayed they do not even have just a drop of integrity and respect for their constituents. There’s no caring about any American, nor any of their own state constituents. There’s not even a drop of love for this nation and our Constitution. There’s no laws that they see should be abide by. There is absolutely no need for them to have taken their oath of office when they were seated as Senators in recognizing our Constitution. They do not abide by even their own when they even declared “So help me God”
The reality and rulings from over 60 courts that Trump lost the 2020 election and that he incited the January 6, 2021 mob to attack the Capitol which most Senators saw and experienced. Police officers died. We witnessed something that should not have ever occurred, an insurrection in which almost the ending of this democratic-republic could have taken place with no longer having the peaceful transfer of power. By whom the people choose by exercising and casting their vote for the individual to be our elected President of this nation.
Few questions we all should be asking is —
Who do you want to represent you, to look out for you in the Senate chamber of Congress?
What should we all expect as Americans come January 2027 and in 34 days as November 3rd, comes even closer when we cast our votes?
What should we all expect as Americans come January 2029 after November of 2028 elections…
— Vote
As for that America.gov website how long do any of us think it will last…
Thank you for repeating the oath to our Constitution here. I raised my right hand twice in service, once to enlist in the US Navy and again when I became a civil servant for the government. Those words mean everything and I almost cried when reading them here. We all need to be reminded of what each member of Congress, the House, and the President takes an oath to - the Constitution - and how they have failed in their duty to the American people…those who are supposed to support US not Donald Trump.
Janine thank you for your service and sacrifice that you have given us all. That oath that you gave freely is something that every American should be reminded of often, IMO. The time of taking this for granted should not have ever occurred however fear it has. That’s what is heartbreaking.
We hear from a political party constantly these words, “America First”, that this is what is so important, however the actions and behaviors do not substantiate these words. That the goal is to “Make America Great Again”.
Maybe if more decided to abide by their oath it might have a chance to be great, but really not necessarily again. Maybe for the first time since this Constitution was penned it has the opportunities to do so. Maybe if we all as civilians took our own silent oath as others who serve and sacrifice do so this nation may just start moving in the direction that began our framework of government. Maybe..
That the GOP leadership is not interested in truth, justice, the rule of law, and democracy was once again highlighted by their continued cover for an convicted felon, adjudicated rapist, star player in the epstein files, openly grifting, serially lying, misogynitic, philanderer, and constant attacker of over half the US citizens in open hateful threatening statements and invastions of their citicens with the US Military, while making up false narratives to duped the poorly educated into believing the one who did his job in investigating and exposing the criminallity of that very corrupt person is the one who is a threat to our country and not the hero.
Let’s not forget, however, to say “Thank You” to the Republican Senate Judiciary Committee Members for reminding us in the starkest terms that the midterms are, as Trump wants, about Trump. Resurrecting memories of January 6, 2021 and Trump’s indictments by grand juries and never once challenging a single factual finding of the Smith prosecution team was one of the best things that could be done to fuel the last thirty day push to unseat every Republican candidate for office at any level in every nook and cranny of this magnificent country!
Ted Cruz lied in congratulating Jack Smith for the re-election of Donald Trump! That is a responsibility that Republicans cannot pawn off on anyone else but their own sycophancy. But I congratulate Ted Cruz for reminding us that after the January 6 attacks he still led the challenges to Biden’s election certification. And I thank Senator Hawley for reminding us of his raised fist at the January 6 Trump rally preceding the attack (and his scurrying through the halls of the Capitol like a rat off a sinking ship when the attack occurred). Such profiles in cowardice deserve much more attention! Even Borowitz could not come up with the headline: “Cruz thanks and praises Jack Smith for reelecting Donald Trump.”
The Republican Party has lost any moral justification for continuing to exist. Its representatives consist of nothing but criminals, sycophants, parasites, cowards, and incompetents. If any of its members had any decency whatsoever they would have resigned from this vile organization which poses a dire existential threat to civilization, humanity and the entire natural world. I dare any of its members to contradict my opinion. I would much welcome the exchange.
I feel the deepest gratitude to all those who are standing up for truth and reporting it which, of course, includes Heather Delaney Reese, Jack Smith and so many others.We are all overwhelmed these days by the incompetence and power-grab of so many in Congress and on the Supreme Court, but somehow I think the exposure of so many wrongs will allow the people of the US to correct these issues. In re-reading the biography of John Adams, I'm reminded of the struggles our forefathers faced, and we are facing many of these issues today. WE CAN DO IT if we get out the vote and remove these traitors (and I do consider them traitors to our country).
Thank you, Heather for doing the awful and disgusting work of listening to this corruption and conspiracy theories and summarizing it for us…
I used the “no decency” quote on January 7th 2021
It is even more apropos today.
I watched Sen Schmidt call Jack Smith a dirtbag today because he wouldn’t “admit” to the Atlanta basketball conspiracy theory that was such a stupid lie. I was so proud of Sen Klobuchar for very firmly setting the record straight and asking for an apology from Sen Schmidt to Jack Smith…I know they think they are cool and it is cute to call those who don’t align with the president’s agenda filthy and disrespectful names…But in my book that is conduct unbecoming, and he should be sanctioned if he does not apologize PUBLICLY to Jack Smith…thank you for reading and watching so I don’t have to
Thank you
I can’t thank you enough Heather for standing in the trenches and fighting for our country. Your words will be etched in history as a true American patriot who fought for our freedoms,and country in the darkest hours. Our media has let Americans down, you haven’t and I will never forget it.
I find Schmitt’s attack on Smith utterly dumbfounding. How anyone can build such a flimsy case, double down on it and then add insult to injury is beyond me. Smith is a hero. A ray of light in some of the darkest days I feel your country has ever gone through.
Greedy and stupid people often make the mistake of thinking everyone else is as stupid and greedy as they are. That might explain enough for you Deb. Any other explanation is just muddying the waters.
It was kinda rhetorical and probably didn’t need that much explaining, but thank you anyway, Ken.
Dear Heather,
Well, this was worth waking up for! A man with the unassuming name of Jack Smith has created a whirlwind to sweep the fetid air out of the White House! This is what we've been waiting for - a brave heart with a voice to stand against the mob. And didn't he do well?
Heather, we are so grateful that you are doing that hard stuff every day to bring the daily dross to our screens. Not easy I'm sure - it is a daily chore but, to be on the right side of History is to be a PLP - a Proper Living Person', (as my muched-missed son used to say).
Love and hope from the UK.🇬🇧🇺🇸
Jack Smith for President !!!
Jack would also make an excellent Attorney General
Agree…I think he would want to stay true to what is clearly his calling…upholding the Law and staying true to The Constitution.
A.G. For sure!
Thinking how difficult it is to become president with all private dirty money involved you may be correct! Unless the von trump style of disgusting weaponizing of institutions remains. Thank you
Yes. That would be the loveliest comeuppance for the magas.
Woowee! Can you even imagine that Vance goes up against him and Smith wins!! tRump would be furious! 😂 They'd probably try to incite another insurrection. But having experienced one, we'd hopefully be better prepared!
AG!
Jack Smith is a hero💯
Thank you Heather. We witnessed a number of courageous individuals today. Jack Smith, Amy Klobuchar, Adam Schiff and Cory Booker, so many. Find that these individuals were not just courageous but exhibited a number of qualities.
That they love this nation for what the possibilities are that it can become, the opportunities are endless. They have a deep respect and adherence to laws. That laws make the society and without laws a society breaks apart. For all of them they just don’t care about their constituents but every American no matter how they vote or be sectioned off as blue or red. They care about the people. That when they took an oath of their offices as Senators or a special prosecutor that the Constitution is by far is what they will defend.
“I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter. So help me God.”
Out of frustration which is understandable due to the Republicans who continue to carry water of his Big Lie that he won in 2020. A grown 80 year old man that cannot admit reality, and everyone of these Republicans just fall in line. The words pathetic and pitiful should really rise to most Americans minds. Unfortunately it doesn’t for all Americans. Hope someday that comes to pass.
Those Republican Senators displayed they do not even have just a drop of integrity and respect for their constituents. There’s no caring about any American, nor any of their own state constituents. There’s not even a drop of love for this nation and our Constitution. There’s no laws that they see should be abide by. There is absolutely no need for them to have taken their oath of office when they were seated as Senators in recognizing our Constitution. They do not abide by even their own when they even declared “So help me God”
The reality and rulings from over 60 courts that Trump lost the 2020 election and that he incited the January 6, 2021 mob to attack the Capitol which most Senators saw and experienced. Police officers died. We witnessed something that should not have ever occurred, an insurrection in which almost the ending of this democratic-republic could have taken place with no longer having the peaceful transfer of power. By whom the people choose by exercising and casting their vote for the individual to be our elected President of this nation.
Few questions we all should be asking is —
Who do you want to represent you, to look out for you in the Senate chamber of Congress?
What should we all expect as Americans come January 2027 and in 34 days as November 3rd, comes even closer when we cast our votes?
What should we all expect as Americans come January 2029 after November of 2028 elections…
— Vote
As for that America.gov website how long do any of us think it will last…
https://youtu.be/IGEBfgL8xHY?is=5dpitD_YjWnE3zbT
Thank you for repeating the oath to our Constitution here. I raised my right hand twice in service, once to enlist in the US Navy and again when I became a civil servant for the government. Those words mean everything and I almost cried when reading them here. We all need to be reminded of what each member of Congress, the House, and the President takes an oath to - the Constitution - and how they have failed in their duty to the American people…those who are supposed to support US not Donald Trump.
Janine thank you for your service and sacrifice that you have given us all. That oath that you gave freely is something that every American should be reminded of often, IMO. The time of taking this for granted should not have ever occurred however fear it has. That’s what is heartbreaking.
We hear from a political party constantly these words, “America First”, that this is what is so important, however the actions and behaviors do not substantiate these words. That the goal is to “Make America Great Again”.
Maybe if more decided to abide by their oath it might have a chance to be great, but really not necessarily again. Maybe for the first time since this Constitution was penned it has the opportunities to do so. Maybe if we all as civilians took our own silent oath as others who serve and sacrifice do so this nation may just start moving in the direction that began our framework of government. Maybe..
Fair winds and following seas, Janine
Fair winds and following seas...just maybe. ❤️
Jack Smith was born for this moment. He was born for this fight. Thank you brave American patriot.
Smith (no relation) is a hero; Schmitt, Kennedy, et. al. are mere lickspittles and T**** ass-kissers. What a travesty.
That the GOP leadership is not interested in truth, justice, the rule of law, and democracy was once again highlighted by their continued cover for an convicted felon, adjudicated rapist, star player in the epstein files, openly grifting, serially lying, misogynitic, philanderer, and constant attacker of over half the US citizens in open hateful threatening statements and invastions of their citicens with the US Military, while making up false narratives to duped the poorly educated into believing the one who did his job in investigating and exposing the criminallity of that very corrupt person is the one who is a threat to our country and not the hero.
Jack Smith has a face that could dominate Mount Rushmore . Trump should be terrified of his integrity and see him as the Wrath of God.
Jack Smith will forever be remembered as an American hero.
Thanks, Heather!
Let’s not forget, however, to say “Thank You” to the Republican Senate Judiciary Committee Members for reminding us in the starkest terms that the midterms are, as Trump wants, about Trump. Resurrecting memories of January 6, 2021 and Trump’s indictments by grand juries and never once challenging a single factual finding of the Smith prosecution team was one of the best things that could be done to fuel the last thirty day push to unseat every Republican candidate for office at any level in every nook and cranny of this magnificent country!
Ted Cruz lied in congratulating Jack Smith for the re-election of Donald Trump! That is a responsibility that Republicans cannot pawn off on anyone else but their own sycophancy. But I congratulate Ted Cruz for reminding us that after the January 6 attacks he still led the challenges to Biden’s election certification. And I thank Senator Hawley for reminding us of his raised fist at the January 6 Trump rally preceding the attack (and his scurrying through the halls of the Capitol like a rat off a sinking ship when the attack occurred). Such profiles in cowardice deserve much more attention! Even Borowitz could not come up with the headline: “Cruz thanks and praises Jack Smith for reelecting Donald Trump.”
Keep muckraking!
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The Republican Party has lost any moral justification for continuing to exist. Its representatives consist of nothing but criminals, sycophants, parasites, cowards, and incompetents. If any of its members had any decency whatsoever they would have resigned from this vile organization which poses a dire existential threat to civilization, humanity and the entire natural world. I dare any of its members to contradict my opinion. I would much welcome the exchange.
Republicans apparently don’t understand the difference between famous and infamous.
I feel the deepest gratitude to all those who are standing up for truth and reporting it which, of course, includes Heather Delaney Reese, Jack Smith and so many others.We are all overwhelmed these days by the incompetence and power-grab of so many in Congress and on the Supreme Court, but somehow I think the exposure of so many wrongs will allow the people of the US to correct these issues. In re-reading the biography of John Adams, I'm reminded of the struggles our forefathers faced, and we are facing many of these issues today. WE CAN DO IT if we get out the vote and remove these traitors (and I do consider them traitors to our country).
Thank you, Heather for everything you do to keep us informed & ultimately to preserve our democracy. Please rest well.