Former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey are facing criminal investigations for potential wrongdoing related to the Trump-Russia probe. According to Justice Department sources, CIA Director John Ratcliffe referred evidence of Brennan’s misconduct to FBI Director Kash Patel for potential prosecution, sparking a criminal investigation into Brennan’s actions.
Alleged False Statements and Conspiracy
The investigations center on allegations that Brennan and Comey made false statements to Congress and potentially conspired to target President Trump. A declassified review revealed that the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) was marred by “procedural anomalies” and deviations from intelligence standards. The review also found that Brennan pushed for the inclusion of the Steele Dossier in the ICA, despite internal objections that it would “jeopardize the credibility of the entire paper”.
Accountability and Implications
The full scope of the investigations is unclear, but sources describe the FBI’s view of Brennan and Comey’s interactions as a “conspiracy,” which could lead to a range of prosecutorial options. The investigations mark a significant development in the ongoing efforts to hold Obama-era intelligence officials accountable for their actions. As the investigations unfold, it’s likely that we’ll see increased scrutiny of the deep state’s role in the Trump-Russia narrative.
