Key prosecutor in John Brennan investigation has been removed from case, AP source says
Summary
A lead prosecutor in the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan has been removed from the case after expressing doubts about the strength of the evidence for a criminal prosecution. The Justice Department confirmed the change but said reassigning attorneys is normal practice.Key Facts
- Maria Medetis Long was the lead prosecutor in the investigation of John Brennan and has been removed from the case.
- Medetis Long reportedly doubted there was enough evidence to bring criminal charges against Brennan.
- The Justice Department said moving attorneys on cases is routine and helps allocate resources effectively.
- The investigation is connected to claims that Brennan gave false testimony about a 2016 intelligence report on Russian interference in the presidential election.
- John Brennan was CIA director under President Barack Obama during the 2016 Russia election interference investigation.
- The inquiry began after a referral from Republican Rep. Jim Jordan alleging Brennan lied about the intelligence assessment.
- President Donald Trump replaced Attorney General Pam Bondi partly due to frustration over slow progress in cases against his political opponents.
- Todd Blanche is now acting attorney general and supports Trump’s involvement in seeking investigations against people Trump has had disputes with.
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