Investigation Launched

The Justice Department is investigating whether senior FBI officials mishandled

classified materials from the 2016 Russia probe, known as Crossfire Hurricane.

Sources told CBS News that documents were found in “burn bags” — containers meant to destroy sensitive information — at FBI headquarters.

FBI Director Kash Patel claimed the materials were intentionally hidden, tweeting, “We just uncovered burn bags/room filled with hidden Russia Gate files.”

Background

Crossfire Hurricane examined potential ties between Donald Trump’s campaign and Russia.

Special Counsel Robert Mueller concluded Russia interfered to benefit Trump but found no criminal coordination by Trump or his team.

Political Fallout

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard declassified documents she says undermine the 2017 intelligence report, accusing Obama-era officials of a “treasonous conspiracy” against Trump. Former President Obama’s spokesperson called these claims “bizarre” and “ridiculous.”

Legal Implications

Attorney General Pam Bondi authorized potential legal action against former officials. The Justice Department may present the case to a Florida grand jury — a venue considered more favorable to Trump. Experts note this investigation could be the most aggressive challenge to the 2017 findings, aligning with Trump’s long-standing “Russia Hoax” claims.