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DOJ walks back subpoenas in Brennan investigation: Report

DOJ walks back subpoenas in Brennan investigation: Report

Summary

The Department of Justice (DOJ) withdrew subpoenas connected to an investigation involving former CIA Director John Brennan. The subpoenas had been issued for witnesses to appear before a grand jury in Washington, D.C., but lawyers were notified the following evening that the subpoenas were being pulled back.

Key Facts

  • The DOJ issued several subpoenas related to John Brennan's investigation.
  • These subpoenas required witnesses to appear before a grand jury in Washington, D.C.
  • The subpoenas were issued over the weekend.
  • On Monday evening, investigators informed lawyers that the subpoenas were withdrawn.
  • John Brennan is a former Director of the CIA, the U.S. government’s main intelligence agency.
  • The grand jury is a group that decides if there is enough evidence to charge someone with a crime.
  • The DOJ is responsible for enforcing federal laws and conducting investigations.
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