Jack Smith

Person

Last mentioned: Feb 26, 2026

Timeline

  1. Special Counsel Appointment

    Merrick Garland appoints Jack Smith to oversee Trump-related investigations.

  2. Public Disclosure

    Patel reveals the existence of the subpoenas, alleging government overreach.

  3. Leadership Change

    Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI Director following the 2024 election transition.

  4. Subpoenas Issued

    FBI secretly obtains phone records for Patel and Wiles during the active probe.

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Regulation Bearish

FBI Subpoena of Patel and Wiles Records Sparks RegTech Oversight Debate

FBI Director Kash Patel revealed that the bureau subpoenaed his and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles’ phone records during the Biden administration's investigations into Donald Trump. The disclosure raises significant questions regarding the oversight of federal investigative powers and the protocols for handling sensitive data involving political figures.

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