GoKawiilSen. Eric Schmitt defends perjury accusation against Jack Smith despite factual errors
Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt publicly accused former special counsel Jack Smith of perjury in a viral exchange, but his version of events and underlying facts have been disputed. Schmitt has not acknowledged any errors in his account despite the discrepancies being pointed out.
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A sitting senator making a perjury accusation carries significant weight, so factual inaccuracies in that claim could undermine public trust in such statements. The episode suggests a willingness among some officials to make serious legal accusations without first verifying the underlying facts.
- Schmitt accused Jack Smith of perjury in a widely shared exchange.
- Reports indicate factual problems with Schmitt's version of events.
- Schmitt has shown no sign of retracting or correcting his claims.
Source: fastcompany.com, 2026-09-30
Published there as: “Eric Schmitt doesn’t seem to think he’s done anything wrong”
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