Fox News Communications Caught in Crosshairs of Trump Probe, Investigators Say
Former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into Donald Trump has expanded to cover media communications, including emails and phone calls exchanged between nearly 50 journalists and Trump administration officials. The probe now includes Fox News personnel among its targets.
Former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into Donald Trump has expanded beyond lawmakers, sweeping up records of communications between nearly 50 journalists and Trump administration officials from outlets including Fox News, and other media entities. The probe appears to be examining potential breaches of journalistic ethics and whether these interactions influenced coverage of the January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack. It is unclear at this point how the investigation will proceed or what specific individuals or organizations may face consequences as a result. The development marks a significant escalation in Smith's investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents.
