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Former CIA chief John Brennan subpoenaed in Florida "grand conspiracy" probe

Former CIA chief John Brennan subpoenaed in Florida "grand conspiracy" probe

Summary

John Brennan, former CIA Director, was subpoenaed to testify in a Florida grand jury investigation about a possible conspiracy involving officials from the Obama and Biden administrations. The investigation focuses on whether President Trump’s rights were violated to keep him from office and whether Brennan lied to Congress. The lead prosecutor recently resigned, but the Justice Department says the investigation will continue.

Key Facts

  • John Brennan was subpoenaed to appear before a grand jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, on October 15.
  • The subpoena was signed by Joe diGenova, who recently resigned from the investigation.
  • The probe looks into whether officials from Obama and Biden eras conspired to block President Trump from public office.
  • Brennan is considered a “target” in an investigation about allegedly lying to Congress on Russia election interference.
  • Prosecutor Kurt Olsen said Brennan is also a “subject” in a broader investigation covering issues related to Mar-a-Lago and civil rights violations against President Trump.
  • Brennan’s lawyers claim the investigation is politically motivated and are seeking a court order to preserve related documents.
  • Justice Department officials say there are no charges yet but the investigation is ongoing.
  • Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed the investigation continues despite the prosecutor’s resignation.
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