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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey are now under criminal investigation by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for their alleged roles in the controversial Trump–Russia probe, according to DOJ sources reported by Fox News Digital.
Many are speculating on social media that FBI Director Kash Patel dropped a hint when he appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience a month ago, on June 6th.
The investigations, described as a “conspiracy” by sources, focus on alleged false statements to Congress, improper intelligence practices, and potential political manipulation of federal agencies during the 2016 presidential election.
🔍 Criminal Investigations Unfold: Brennan and Comey Under Scrutiny
The Justice Department has officially launched criminal probes into both Brennan and Comey. CIA Director John Ratcliffe referred Brennan for prosecution following the declassification of a “lessons learned” review of the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA). That report found Brennan pushed to include the discredited Steele Dossier — a Democrat-funded opposition research document — in the final intelligence report to bolster claims of Trump-Russia collusion.
Sources say this action may have violated intelligence protocols and intentionally misled Congress. Brennan had previously testified in May 2023 that he was opposed to the dossier’s inclusion — a claim now contradicted by declassified records.
⚖️ Comey Also Under Investigation
Details on the investigation into former FBI Director James Comey remain limited, but DOJ sources confirm it is active. Comey has long been linked to the “Crossfire Hurricane” investigation — the FBI’s counterintelligence probe into possible ties between the Trump campaign and Russian actors.
Comey previously testified that the investigation was warranted, but multiple later reports — including one by Special Counsel John Durham — concluded there was no evidence of Trump-Russia collusion and pointed to serious misconduct and political bias in how the investigation was launched and conducted.
🕵️♂️ The Steele Dossier and Politicized Intelligence
A central issue in Brennan’s investigation is his insistence on including the Steele Dossier in the 2017 ICA, despite internal objections. The dossier, compiled by former British spy Christopher Steele and funded by Hillary Clinton’s campaign and the DNC, has since been discredited and found to contain unverified claims.
A declassified memo from 2016 showed senior CIA officials warned that including the dossier could undermine the credibility of the entire intelligence product. Brennan’s decision to go against this advice is now central to the DOJ probe.
📜 Key Takeaways from the Durham Report
Special Counsel John Durham’s report, released after a years-long investigation, revealed:
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The FBI relied heavily on the Steele Dossier for FISA warrants.
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There was “limited corroboration” of Steele’s reporting.
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The FBI failed to act on warnings that Clinton’s campaign sought to link Trump to Russian interference for political gain.
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The FBI and DOJ “failed to uphold their mission” during the Trump-Russia investigation.
🏛️ Political Fallout and White House Reaction
The White House under President Trump has responded forcefully, calling for accountability for those involved.
“President Trump was right — again,” said Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. “Those who engaged in this political scandal must be held accountable for the fraud they committed against President Trump and the lies they told to the American people.”
Neither Brennan nor Comey has responded to the allegations as of this writing. The CIA and FBI declined to comment on the investigations.
📞 What Happens Next?
The investigations are ongoing, and more details could emerge as the DOJ continues to review declassified evidence and testimonies. These cases may lead to criminal charges or further Congressional inquiries, as the federal government faces mounting pressure to address potential abuses of power in intelligence operations.
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