DOJ Investigation of Ex-CIA Chief Brennan Loses Key Prosecutor Over Doubts About Charges
A career Justice Department lawyer was removed from the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan after raising concerns about whether evidence justified pursuing criminal charges. The removal has drawn criticism as evidence of political interference in US federal law enforcement, with the investigation widely seen as politically motivated by Trump allies targeting opponents.
Key Facts
- 1Career DOJ lawyer Maria Medetis Long in Miami was removed from the Brennan investigation after raising concerns about the viability of charges
- 2The prosecutor expressed concerns to Justice Department officials before being removed
- 3The investigation of Brennan has been criticised as politically motivated by Trump allies targeting opponents
Coverage
Covered by The New York Times, AP News, and The Independent, with implications for the independence of the US Justice Department.
Sources (3)
A lead prosecutor in John Brennan investigation has been removed from case, AP source says
The Independent · 38d ago
Key prosecutor in John Brennan investigation has been removed from case, AP source says
AP News · 38d ago
Prosecutor Withdraws From Trump Team’s Investigation of Ex-CIA Director John O. Brennan
The New York Times · 38d ago