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Jack Smith deputy pushed to repeal Speech or Debate Clause, docs show

Former special counsel Jack Smith's top deputy advocated repealing the Speech or Debate Clause, newly uncovered documents reveal. Sen. Chuck Grassley pressed Smith on the issue.

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