Who was Reed Smoot?
Q: Who was Reed Smoot?
A: Reed Smoot was a republican senator who served from 1903-1933, a leader in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), and a businessman.
Q: What is Smoot best known for during his time as a senator?
A: Smoot is known for the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930.
Q: What role did Smoot play in the LDS Church?
A: Smoot was an important leader in the LDS Church and was chosen to serve as an apostle in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles in 1900.
Q: Why was Smoot's authority questioned in the Reed Smoot hearings?
A: Smoot's authority was questioned in the Reed Smoot hearings because of rumors of polygamy and a secret oath against the United States, as well as his role in the LDS Church.
Q: What was the result of the Senate committee's questioning of Smoot's authority?
A: The committee suggested Smoot's removal, but the full Senate voted to keep him.
Q: Did Smoot ever hold office again after losing the vote in 1932?
A: No, Smoot did not hold office again after losing the vote in 1932. He returned to Utah and spent his time working in the LDS Church.
Q: What was Smoot's position in the LDS Church at the time of his death?
A: At the time of his death, Smoot was third in line to lead the LDS Church.
