Morning Wire Evening Wire: Jack Smith Testifies & 'Snow White' Razzed | 1.22.26
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Jan 22, 2026 Jack Smith faces Congress, stirring controversy about his testimony on nondisclosure orders and financial payments to sources. Meanwhile, Trump's new 'Board of Peace' aims to reshape Gaza. The NIH halts funding for fetal tissue, impacting medical innovation. In entertainment news, the live-action 'Snow White' faces the Razzie awards amid dismal box office results. Plus, hear about notable political tensions, including J.D. Vance's visit to Minneapolis and a spat at Davos involving prominent figures.
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Controversy Over Smith's Investigative Tactics
- Jack Smith faced aggressive questioning about subpoenas, nondisclosure orders, and use of paid confidential sources during his Hill testimony.
- The exchanges highlighted congressional concern over investigative tactics and secrecy in probes of high-profile politicians.
Board Of Peace Pushes Free-Market Gaza Plan
- President Trump's Board of Peace convened in Davos with international delegates and Trump advisors presenting a vision for Gaza.
- The initiative emphasized free-market reforms as a pathway to economic dignity and stability for Gaza residents.
NIH Limits Fetal Tissue Funding
- The NIH announced it will stop funding research using fetal tissue from abortions, portrayed as a win by pro-life advocates.
- NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya argued technological advances allow research to continue without that tissue.