The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched criminal investigations into two of the most prominent figures from the Obama administration’s intelligence community, according to explosive new reporting that has sent shockwaves through Washington.
Former FBI Director James Comey and former CIA Director John Brennan are now under criminal investigation by the bureau.
The probes focus on potential wrongdoing connected to the discredited Russian collusion investigation that plagued President Trump’s first term and dominated headlines for years.
These investigations mark a dramatic turn in the long-running saga surrounding the origins of the Russia probe.
The criminal referrals represent the most serious legal jeopardy faced by either former official since leaving their respective positions in the intelligence community.
DOJ sources revealed to Fox News that the investigations center on allegedly making false statements to Congress during testimony related to the Russia investigation.
The criminal referral for Brennan originated from CIA Director John Ratcliffe, who forwarded the matter to FBI Director Kash Patel for potential prosecution after conducting a comprehensive review of the intelligence community’s actions.
Director Patel received Ratcliffe’s referral and authorized the opening of a criminal investigation into Brennan following careful consideration of the evidence presented.
DOJ sources declined to