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    The Smithsonian Institution has emerged as a new target in Donald Trump's ongoing dispute over how American history and culture are presented in public institutions. Reporting by ProPublica details how the Museum of American History in particular has come under scrutiny, with critics and supporters clashing over exhibits, framing, and the role of federal cultural institutions in political debates.

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    Jack Smith testifies before Senate panel●Jack Smith testifies to Senate🦋bluesky10.3K12 min ago

    Jack Smith, the former special counsel who led the federal investigations into Donald Trump, is testifying to the Senate. It is being treated as a significant moment, as it offers lawmakers and the public a rare direct account from the prosecutor behind the most consequential criminal cases of recent years. Reaction online is focused on what his testimony could reveal about those investigations and the decisions surrounding them.

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    Jack Smith testimony draws attention on Capitol Hill●https://www. cnn.com/2026/09/29/politics/ja ck-smith-testimony-basketball-takeaways The feel-good # truth buzz of the daMmastodonSportGolf129 min ago

    CNN reports takeaways from Jack Smith's closed-door testimony before Congress, where the former special counsel faced questions from Republican lawmakers over his prosecutions of Donald Trump. Commentators critical of the inquiry describe it as a politically motivated 'grand conspiracy' aimed at Trump, while supporters treat Smith's appearance as the day's significant political story.

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    Salary dictum for removable parts draws attention●a salary dictum for removable parts and representational red or white fire https:// subspacewagon.systems/a-salary -dictMmastodonCultureArt141 min ago

    A blog post described as 'a salary dictum for removable parts and representational red or white fire' has been shared on Mastodon, alongside a link to an archive item titled 'Holding For Sailor-Smiths's Songs'. The content appears to relate to legal or employment matters, but the material is obscure and its substance remains unclear from what has been circulated.

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    Two-Time NBA Champion J.R. Smith Arrested in Texas●Two-Time NBA Champion J.R. Smith Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges Former NBA player JR Smith has been arrested in TMmastodonSportBasketball333 min ago

    Former NBA player J.R. Smith, a two-time champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers, has been arrested in Texas on charges of assault causing bodily injury in connection with a domestic violence case. Smith was taken into custody by police, and the arrest has drawn widespread attention given his high-profile NBA career.

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    Republicans' claims against Jack Smith criticized as speculative▼The scene epitomized how speculative and thinly constructed the # GOP ’s allegations about # JackSmith , Trump’s foes &MmastodonWorldLaw & Courts261 min ago

    Critics are accusing Republican lawmakers of building thinly supported allegations against special counsel Jack Smith, including claims that Smith and other Trump opponents weaponized the justice system against Donald Trump. One of the GOP's major perjury allegations against Smith is described as resting on incomplete or fabricated grounds, with commentary arguing the accusations collapse under scrutiny.

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    Jack Smith testifies before Senate Judiciary Committee▼An embarrassing moment for the GOP, a confident witness and other takeaways from Jack Smith’s hearingMmastodon8512 min ago

    Special counsel Jack Smith, who brought two indictments against Donald Trump in 2023, testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday. Coverage of the hearing highlights an awkward moment for Republican lawmakers and Smith's assured performance as a witness. Commentators are parsing the exchanges for what they reveal about the parties' positions on Trump's prosecutions and the Justice Department's independence.

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    Be a Jack Smith in a country of Trumps, say critics●In a country filled with Donald Trumps, be a Jack Smith. # opinion # thoughts # truth # quotes # justice # JackSmith # tMmastodonWorldLaw & Courts621 min ago

    A political opinion circulating online urges people to emulate Jack Smith, the former special counsel who prosecuted Donald Trump, rather than follow Trump's example. The phrase 'in a country filled with Donald Trumps, be a Jack Smith' is being shared as a quote about integrity, justice and standing up to power, resonating with critics of Trump and his movement.

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    Former special counsel Jack Smith testified before US senators about his election-subversion and classified-documents investigations into Donald Trump. Republican lawmakers pressed him over subpoenas of sitting lawmakers' phone records, but a perjury accusation from one GOP senator unravelled after he apparently confused the Atlanta Hawks with the Iowa Hawkeyes, drawing mockery and shifting attention away from the attack.

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    Jack Smith defends Trump investigations under GOP attack▼Ex-Trump prosecutor Smith forcefully defends investigations as Republicans assail his team's tactics✉newsWorldUS Politics8 min ago

    Jack Smith, the former special counsel who prosecuted Donald Trump, is forcefully defending the investigations he led after Republicans accused his team of improper tactics. Smith pushed back against the criticism, and the clash has renewed partisan fighting over the legitimacy of the federal cases brought against the president and how they were conducted.

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    Jack Smith says he would prosecute Trump again▼WATCH: Jack Smith says he would prosecute Trump again for 'serious crimes against our nation'✉newsWorldPolitics9 min ago

    Former special counsel Jack Smith says that, given the chance, he would again prosecute Donald Trump for what he called 'serious crimes against our nation'. Smith led the federal cases against Trump over classified documents and election interference, both of which were dropped after Trump's 2024 election win. His remarks have reignited debate over the cases and the Justice Department's decision to abandon them.

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    Smith Defends Trump Investigations Before Congress●Smith Defends Trump Investigations in front of Congress✉newsWorldUS Politics8 min ago

    Special counsel Jack Smith appeared before Congress to defend his investigations into Donald Trump, telling lawmakers the cases were brought properly and guided by the facts. His testimony drew sharp partisan reactions, with Republicans accusing him of political bias and Democrats defending the independence of the prosecutions. The hearing renewed debate over the Justice Department's handling of the Trump cases.

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    Senator's Caitlin Clark mix-up steals spotlight at Senate hearing▼Why Caitlin Clark was at the center of a Hawks-Hawkeyes mix-up during Senate argument https://www. nytimes.com/athletic/MmastodonSportBasketball133 min ago

    A US senator attempting to catch former Special Counsel Jack Smith in a contradiction during a Senate hearing instead stumbled into a mix-up confusing the Atlanta Hawks with the Iowa Hawkeyes, dragging WNBA star Caitlin Clark into the middle of the exchange. The gaffe quickly circulated online, with basketball fans and political commentators mocking the error and the irony of the failed gotcha moment.

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    20 notable books released in paperback this month●Cheever on Cheever! Tracy K. Smith! 20 great books out in paperback this month. https://lithub.com/cheever-on-cheever-trMmastodonCultureBooks320 min ago

    Literary Hub has published a roundup of 20 books newly available in paperback, highlighting titles including a Cheever-related work and a book by former US poet laureate Tracy K. Smith. The list aims to guide readers toward recent releases now in a more affordable format, and is circulating among book and literature readers online.

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    Ex-NBA champion JR Smith arrested on assault charge in Texas●Ex-NBA champ JR Smith arrested on assault charge in Texas✉newsSportBasketball33 min ago

    JR Smith, who won NBA titles with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers, has been arrested in Texas on an assault charge, according to ESPN. Details about the alleged incident and any charges he may formally face have not yet been made public. The arrest of the well-known former guard is drawing wide attention given his high profile in basketball.

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    Two-time NBA champion J.R. Smith arrested in Texas▼Two-time NBA champ J.R. Smith arrested in North Texas on family violence charge✉newsSportBasketball33 min ago

    Former NBA guard J.R. Smith, a two-time champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers, was arrested in North Texas on a family violence charge. Details about the incident, including what led to the arrest and whether any injuries occurred, have not been released. Smith, 39, retired from professional basketball in 2023 and later played college golf at North Carolina A&T. No statement from Smith or his representatives has been made public.

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    Former NBA player J.R. Smith arrested in North Texas●Former NBA player J.R. Smith arrested in North Texas for family violence✉newsSportBasketball33 min ago

    Former NBA player J.R. Smith was arrested in North Texas on a family violence charge, according to Dallas-Fort Worth station FOX 4. Smith, a two-time NBA champion known for his stints with the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks, has not publicly responded to the arrest. Details about the incident or any charges he may face have not been made widely available.

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    Senator's Perjury Accusation Against Jack Smith Collapses During Testimony●As Jack Smith Testifies, a Senator’s Accusation of Perjury Falls Apart✉newsWorldUS Politics8 min ago

    Jack Smith, the former special counsel who pursued two criminal cases against Donald Trump, is testifying publicly on Capitol Hill. During the hearing, a senator accused Smith of perjury, but the accusation did not hold up under scrutiny, with the senator's claim undermined by the available record. The testimony has drawn wide attention as a rare public appearance by Smith since leaving the Justice Department.

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    Klobuchar clashes with Schmitt over Jack Smith claim●Sen. # Klobuchar Clashes with Sen. # Schmitt After He Mistakenly Claims Jack # Smith Attended # NBA Game in Atlanta Sen.MmastodonSportBasketball11 h ago

    A Senate hearing exchange turned heated after Senator Eric Schmitt wrongly claimed special counsel Jack Smith attended an NBA game in Atlanta, suggesting it pointed to a secret meeting with Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Senator Amy Klobuchar pushed back on the assertion, and Schmitt pressed further, telling a witness he had 'already perjured yourself'. The confrontation drew wide attention for its sharp tone.

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    Space expert weighs in on SpaceX Starship orbital debut●Q&A: Space at Smith’s Jon Crocker on the Significance of SpaceX’s Starship Orbital Debut | Newswise✉newsScienceSpace52 min ago

    Jon Crocker of Space at Smith has given a Q&A explaining why SpaceX's Starship orbital debut matters, covering what the test flight means for heavy-lift rocketry and future deep-space missions. The discussion highlights Starship's role in upcoming lunar and Mars plans and the technical challenges ahead. The analysis is being shared as interest in SpaceX's next-generation launch program continues to grow.

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    GOP senator's perjury claim against Jack Smith backfires over mix-up▼GOP senator airballs perjury claim against Jack Smith over apparent Hawks/Hawkeyes mix-up✉newsWorldPolitics1 h ago

    A Republican senator accused former special counsel Jack Smith of perjury, but the claim reportedly rests on a mix-up between the Hawks and the Hawkeyes, undermining the allegation. Critics quickly seized on the error to mock the senator, while supporters of the accusation have yet to offer a correction or further evidence.

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    Caitlin Clark caught up in Hawks-Hawkeyes mix-up at Jack Smith hearing▼Caitlin Clark was at the center of a Hawks-Hawkeyes mix-up during Jack Smith hearing https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/76MmastodonSportSports11 h ago

    Caitlin Clark became an unexpected footnote in Jack Smith's Senate hearing after a Hawks-Hawkeyes mix-up occurred during the proceedings, according to reporting by The Athletic. The Indiana Fever star, who played for the Iowa Hawkeyes, was invoked amid confusion over the similarly named Atlanta Hawks. The blunder drew amusement from observers of the otherwise serious hearing.

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    Tyson Smith is being named in Idaho education news coverage, putting the name in front of readers tracking schooling issues in the state. Details about his role or the specific development involving him remain limited in the available reporting. Idaho residents following education policy and school leadership are the likely audience for the story.

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    J.R. Smith, the former NBA guard who won championships with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers, has been arrested on a family violence charge, according to a New York Times report. Details about the incident, including when and where the arrest took place and what allegations he faces, have not been disclosed in the initial report.

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    Jack Smith clashes with senators over Trump probes, vows not to be silenced▼Jack Smith clashes with senators over Trump probes, says he will not be silenced✉newsWorldPolitics4 h ago

    Special counsel Jack Smith clashed with US senators over his investigations of Donald Trump, telling lawmakers he will not be silenced. The exchange drew attention as Smith defended his handling of the prosecutions against criticism from Trump's allies in Congress.

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    Jack Smith defends Trump investigations amid Republican attacks●Ex-Trump pros­e­cutor Jack Smith force­fully defends in­ves­ti­ga­tions as Re­pub­licans assail his team's tactics✉newsWorldPolitics4 h ago

    Former special counsel Jack Smith is publicly and forcefully defending his investigations into Donald Trump, pushing back against Republican criticism of his team's tactics. The comments mark a rare public response from Smith after his probes into Trump's handling of classified documents and efforts to overturn the 2020 election, which Republicans have repeatedly attacked as politically motivated overreach.

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    Jack Smith Defends Trump Charges as Perjury Claim Falls Apart●Jack Smith Defends Trump Charges as Senator’s Perjury Claim Falls Apart✉newsWorldPolitics5 h ago

    Special counsel Jack Smith is defending the criminal charges against Donald Trump after a senator's claim that Smith's testimony included perjury failed to hold up under scrutiny. The dispute centres on statements Smith made to Congress about the investigations into the president-elect, with the lawmaker's accusations losing credibility as facts of the case were re-examined. The clash underscores continuing political and legal friction over the federal prosecutions of Trump.

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    Sen. John Cornyn Discusses Jack Smith, Ken Paxton and GOP Midterm Odds●Sen. John Cornyn on Jack Smith, Ken Paxton and the GOP Midterm Chances https://www.wsj.com/podcasts/opinion-potomac-watcMmastodonWorldElections15 h ago

    Senator John Cornyn of Texas sat down with the Wall Street Journal's Opinion Potomac Watch podcast to discuss special counsel Jack Smith, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, and the Republican Party's prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. The interview touches on ongoing legal and political controversies involving both figures and how they may shape GOP campaigns.

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    Jack Smith Testifies Before Congress on Trump Prosecutions●Jack Smith, Former Special Counsel Who Charged Trump, Appears Before Congress: Live Updates✉newsWorldUS Politics5 h ago

    Jack Smith, the former special counsel who brought federal criminal charges against Donald Trump, is appearing before Congress, with live updates being provided by news outlets. Lawmakers are expected to question him about the investigations into Trump's handling of classified documents and efforts to overturn the 2020 election, both of which were dropped after Trump's election win.

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    Smith defends Trump prosecutions and phone call logs●Smith defends Trump prosecutions, phone call logs✉newsWorld5 h ago

    Special counsel Jack Smith is defending the federal prosecutions of Donald Trump and his handling of phone call logs, pushing back against criticism of the cases brought against the former president. The defense comes as the prosecutions face ongoing legal and political scrutiny.

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    Ex-Trump prosecutor Smith forcefully defends his investigations●Ex-Trump prosecutor Smith forcefully defends investigations✉newsWorld5 h ago

    Jack Smith, the former special counsel who led federal prosecutions against Donald Trump, has publicly and forcefully defended the investigations he conducted. His remarks come after the cases collapsed following Trump's 2024 election victory, and they are renewing debate over whether the prosecutions were justified or politically motivated.

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    Actress Jaclyn Smith to sign books at Village Books on October 8●Actress Jaclyn Smith to appear at Village Books for Special Book Signing Oct. 8✉newsCultureBooks5 h ago

    Actress Jaclyn Smith, best known for her role in the television series Charlie's Angels, will appear at Village Books for a special book signing on October 8. The event announcement has drawn attention from fans of the longtime star, who are expected to turn out to meet her and have copies of her work signed.