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Justice Department expands investigation into former CIA director
The U.S. Justice Department has appointed a new lead attorney for the investigation into John Brennan. This follows the removal of a key prosecutor from the case. (sources: reuters, cbsnews, ap, ms, theguardian)
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The U.S. Justice Department has added Joseph DiGenova, a lawyer known for his work related to the 2020 election, to the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan. A key prosecutor previously involved in the case has been removed.
- Joseph DiGenova has been appointed to lead the investigation into John Brennan.
- A key prosecutor previously handling the Brennan case has been removed.
- The investigation is part of a broader inquiry by the Justice Department.
Why it matters
The developments in this investigation could have implications for ongoing discussions about accountability and oversight within intelligence agencies.
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