Jack Smith meeting with then-FBI Director Wray recorded as ‘significant case notification’ in J6 probe
In a recent exclusive report by Fox News Digital, significant revelations have emerged regarding former special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots and the 2020 election. According to documents reviewed by Fox, Smith met with then-FBI Director Christopher Wray on May 24, 2023, just a day before the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division issued a “significant case notification” concerning Smith’s probe, dubbed “Arctic Frost.” This internal notification is utilized by the FBI to inform senior leadership and field offices about cases of high public interest, indicating the serious nature of Smith’s investigation. The meeting between Smith and Wray raises questions about the level of collaboration and communication between key figures involved in the investigation and has sparked scrutiny from Republican Senators Chuck Grassley and Ron Johnson, who are currently examining Smith’s actions as part of their oversight responsibilities.
Grassley has expressed concerns about Smith’s transparency, particularly regarding whether he has met with other high-ranking officials, including then-Attorney General Merrick Garland and Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco. In a letter sent to Smith in October, Grassley specifically inquired about these meetings, but Smith’s response did not provide clarity on the matter. Grassley suggested that Smith’s reluctance to disclose details could indicate either a lapse in memory or a refusal to be forthcoming about his investigative process. As the investigation continues, Grassley has committed to ensuring public transparency and accountability, emphasizing the importance of clear communication with Congress. Meanwhile, Smith has indicated his desire to testify publicly before the House and Senate Judiciary Committees to address what he describes as mischaracterizations of his investigation into former President Trump’s handling of classified documents and alleged efforts to overturn the election results.
This unfolding narrative highlights the tension between oversight and investigative independence, as key players in this high-profile case navigate the complex interplay of politics, law enforcement, and public accountability. As the situation develops, the implications of these meetings and the ongoing investigations will undoubtedly continue to draw significant public and media attention.
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EXCLUSIVE:
Former special counsel Jack Smith met with then-FBI Director Christopher Wray months after he began investigating the
Jan. 6, 2021,
Capitol riots and the 2020 election, Fox News Digital has learned.
Fox News Digital exclusively reviewed the
document that FBI Director Kash Patel
recently shared with Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Sen. Ron Johnson containing the new development.
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Grassley, R-Iowa, and Johnson, R-Wis., are currently reviewing the documents as part of their joint investigation into Smith’s “Arctic Frost” probe.
The information was included as part of a “significant case notification” drafted by the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division on May 25, 2023.
“On 5/24/2023, Special Counsel Jack Smith met with FBI Director Wray,” the document reads.
The meeting took place just a day before the FBI’s Criminal Investigative Division created the “significant case notification” document.
An FBI “significant case notification” is an internal record used by the bureau to alert senior leadership and FBI field offices about a case of high public interest. This notification provided a case update on “Arctic Frost,” which the bureau considered a “sensitive investigative matter.”
“Jack Smith claims he wants to tell his story to Congress, but when I asked him point-blank if he ever met with Garland, Monaco, or Wray as part of his investigation, he refused to answer,” Grassley told Fox News Digital.
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The revelations are significant, as Grassley, in October, sent a letter that specifically asked Smith whether he had met with Wray, then-Attorney General Merrick Garland, then-Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco or then-FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate.
Smith replied to Grassley, but declined to share information about any of his meetings with those officials.
“Either Smith has a bad memory, or he’s simply not willing to come clean about his actions,” Grassley told Fox News Digital, adding that if Smith “really wanted the American people to hear the truth, he’d be cooperating with my straightforward congressional oversight requests instead of making excuses.”
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“I’m going to continue investigating to ensure the public gets full transparency,” Grassley said.
Smith, in October, requested to testify in open, public hearings before the House and Senate Judiciary Committees.
“Given the many mischaracterizations of Mr. Smith’s investigation into President Trump’s alleged mishandling of classified documents and role in attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election, Mr. Smith respectfully requests the opportunity to testify in open hearings before the House and Senate Judiciary Committees,” Smith attorneys Lanny Breuer and Peter Koski wrote.
Smith did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
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