Jen Psaki: Jack Smith is a man of few words, but he says a lot

Why he's such an effective communicator [VIEW IN BROWSER]( MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news with Jen Psaki [VIEW IN BROWSER]( MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news with Jen Psaki Saturday, August 05, 2023 [Jack Smith is a man of few words, but he says a lot]( [Alternate text] [By Jen Psaki]( While special counsel Jack Smith has long been known as a no-nonsense prosecutor, he wasn’t expected to be a powerful or effective communicator. For a long time, the only photo we’d seen of Smith was from his work as a [prosecutor of war crimes at The Hague](. And picking out the sound of his voice would have been pretty challenging. But even as he continues to be a man of few words, [he has proven to be quite an adept communicator](. And he has also proved that compelling communication is not always about the number of words delivered on camera. For starters, this week’s indictment guides the reader through the two months leading up to Jan 6 — explaining what happened in a detailed and gripping play-by-play. And in a [rare appearance]( before the cameras (his second since his appointment as special counsel), Smith gave his most impassioned public remarks to date, specifically defending the patriotism and the courage of the Capitol Police. [Read more exclusive insights from Jen Psaki here.](And tune in to "Inside with Jen Psaki," on Sundays at 12 p.m. ET on MSNBC, plus catch new, original episodes every Thursday exclusively on Peacock.     TOP STORIES [Alternate text] [A photo of Dana Nessel]( [DENNIS AFTERGUT]( [Trump's indictment accidentally overshadowed a major MAGA development in Michigan]( This indictment has implications far beyond Michigan, for three primary reasons. [Read more.]( [Photo of Aileen Cannon]( [JORDAN RUBIN]( [Judge Cannon reportedly made multiple errors during a June trial]( Her reported errors in an unrelated case don't inspire confidence, but they won't kick her off the classified documents case. [Read more.]( [Photo of Trump]( [MICHAEL A. COHEN]( [A Trump campaign fundraising email exposes his main goal. It’s depressingly simple.]( If there is a convicted criminal appearing on a presidential ticket, what else will there be to talk about in 2024? [Read more.]( [A photo of the bear who went viral in China at a zoo ]( [PETER LI]( [The viral Chinese zoo sun bear video exposes a grim reality]( Hopefully the attention will be extended to the challenges facing other zoo animals in China. [Read more.]( TOP VIDEOS [Alternate text] ALL IN]( ['Banality of evil': Trump conspirator's path from 'unremarkable' to coup plotter]( [ALL IN]( [Hayes: Mitch McConnell blew it with Trump impeachment acquittal]( ALL IN]( ['Look where we are now:' Congresswoman rips Senate Republicans who acquitted Trump](//link.msnbc.com/click/32307520.119448/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXNuYmMuY29tL2thdHktdHVyL3dhdGNoL2Zsb3JpZGEtc3RhdGUtc2VuLXNoZXZyaW4tam9uZXMtbmV3LXN0YXRlLWVkdWNhdGlvbi1sYXdzLXNldC1vdXItc3RhdGUtYmFjay15ZWFycy0xODkwMDE3OTc1OTI_Y2lkPWVtbF9tZGFfMjAyMzA4MDUmdXNlcl9lbWFpbD1kN2RjNzQ1MTcyOTdiMzk3MWFhMTRkNmYzMzExMzVhMDg3OGY4ZjY0MGZhMWExMDE5ZjE1N2I2NWMxYjVkZDFk/58292da26e4adc7b0b8b4914B0acb5b49 DEADLINE: WHITE HOUSE]( [Biden-Harris campaign manager on how president will run against an opponent under indictment]( [MORE FROM MSNBC]( [Alternate text] With Rudy Giuliani back in the news this week amid the third indictment of former President Trump, don’t miss an encore presentation of “Four Seasons Total Documentary.” The film revisits Giuliani’s infamous press conference at Four Seasons Total Landscaping, delivered just as the 2020 presidential election was called for Joe Biden, and highlights the family behind the Philadelphia small business that was thrust into the national spotlight. Watch “Four Seasons Total Documentary,” tonight at 10 p.m. ET on MSNBC and streaming now on Peacock.   Tomorrow, watch the third episode of "Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss." The five-part documentary series follows actor Rainn Wilson as he explores some of the happiest places on earth and unpacks the science of happiness along the way. This week, Rainn travels to Ghana. "Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss" continues Sunday at 10pm ET on MSNBC and is streaming now on Peacock.   MSNBC INSIGHTS [Alternate text] Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! [Join the MSNBC Insights Community.](   This weekend on MSNBC SATURDAY - “The Saturday Show”: Fmr. Virginia Rep. Elaine Luria - “SYMONE”: Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.)… Gabe Amos SUNDAY - “Velshi”: Michael Cohen - “Inside with Jen Psaki”: Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.)… Rep. Pete Aguilar (D-Calif.)… Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn   [Image] [Image] 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily) [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily)