DOJ Subpoena Ex-FBI Chief on Russia Probe and Intelligence Officials' Investigation
Federal prosecutors have subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey as part of a wide-ranging investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. The probe, led by federal officials appointed during President Donald Trump's administration to oversee intelligence investigations against him under Obama-era directives, also seeks testimony from ex-officials who investigated his prosecution efforts two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News on Thursday Comey was subpoenaed at a location in Florida or Miami depending which jurisdiction is being referenced.
Key Points
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1Former FBI Director James Comey was federally subpoenaed on March 19.
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2The legal action is part of a wide-ranging investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials and Russian interference in the 2016 election, led by prosecutors appointed during Trump's administration. The probe focuses specifically on an earlier inquiry regarding former law enforcement officers who investigated President Donald Trump.
Developments
Sources indicate that the Department of Justice has issued subpoenas for two individuals. The DOJ sent one subpoena to then-FBI Director James Comey as part of an investigation into whether former law enforcement and intelligence officials waged a years-long conspiracy against President Donald Trump, while another was served on Attorney General William Barr regarding his role in this matter.
Federal prosecutors have issued a grand jury subpoena for former FBI Director James Comey regarding an investigation into Russian interference and prior inquiries involving Donald Trump. This legal action was confirmed by NewsNation as part of broader reviews that also examine previous investigations conducted during the Obama administration's tenure in intelligence matters related to these issues.