Archive · 5 Aug 2025
DOJ Launches 'Russiagate' Probe Over Alleged Intelligence Manipulation
The U.S. Department of Justice is looking into whether the Obama administration created false information about Russia to hurt Donald Trump in the 2016 election.
This investigation started after a top intelligence official, Tulsi Gabbard, said there's evidence the Obama team did this.
The investigation is led by Attorney General Pam Bondi, and some former officials are under scrutiny.
It's about whether intelligence was misused during the election, with conflicting reports on the effect of cyberattacks.
Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered a grand jury to investigate the Russiagate scandal.
The investigation stems from a criminal referral by DNI Tulsi Gabbard.
Gabbard alleges the Obama administration manipulated intelligence.
Evidence suggests Russian actors didn't impact the 2016 election via cyberattacks, contradicting earlier claims.
Former officials John Brennan and James Comey are reportedly under criminal probe.
- Who
- U.S. Department of Justice.
- What
- Investigation into alleged manipulation of intelligence regarding Russian interference in the 2016 election.
- When
- Investigation initiated after a referral in July.
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To investigate allegations of intelligence manipulation and possible cover-up schemes.
Obama Administration
Gabbard and Supporters
Validity of Accusations
Obama Administration
Claims are 'nonsense' and aimed to distract.
Gabbard and Supporters
Claims are valid and warrant investigation.
- Lead Agency
- U.S. Department of Justice
- Initiated By
- Attorney General Pam Bondi
- Referral From
- Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard
- Subject of Probe
- Allegations of intelligence manipulation during the 2016 election
- Potential Targets
- Former officials John Brennan and James Comey
Sources
US DOJ to open grand jury probe into Obama officials, source says
Trump Administration To Open Grand Jury Probe Into Obama Officials: Report
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US DOJ to open grand jury to investigate Obama officials, source says
DOJ probing alleged 'Russiagate' conspiracy against Trump
US Justice Department open probe into Obama officials over allegation of Russian interference in 2016 polls
