John Brennan
Coverage of John Brennan in the Nexus archive.
- The Latest: Trump administration plans new rule that could save Medicare patients $1.1 billion
The Trump administration proposes a rule to prevent hospitals from charging markups on discounted drugs for Medicare patients, aiming to save $1.1 billion annually. Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the administration over record preservation, while an FBI agent in Chicago resigned amid workforce changes under Director Kash Patel. The American Hospital Association warned the rule could harm hospitals' financial stability.
- The Latest: Ex-CIA Director seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records from investigations he claims target him for 'phantom criminal conduct.' Meanwhile, Trump visited North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and Republicans intensified attacks on Democrats as communists ahead of midterms. The Trump administration is also advancing a $46 billion 'smart wall' project at the US-Mexico border.
- Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ over dual criminal probes
John Brennan sues the Department of Justice over two criminal investigations, alleging they are vindictive and based on a conspiracy to undermine President Trump and false statements claims. He seeks to prevent destruction of internal documents and challenges the investigations' legitimacy.
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
John Brennan, former CIA Director, filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration seeking a court order to preserve records from investigations he claims are targeting him for 'phantom criminal conduct.' The lawsuit argues the records would reveal motivations behind the investigations and support his defense against potential charges, citing Trump's public criticism and directives to the Justice Department.
- Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes
Former CIA Director John Brennan has sued the Department of Justice and Trump administration officials over criminal investigations targeting him. Brennan is seeking a court order to preserve records related to these investigations, with his attorneys alleging he is being 'vindictively singled out for investigation.'
- The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
President Donald Trump's crypto businesses generated $1.2 billion in revenue last year, surpassing his property portfolio's earnings. The House leadership canceled votes due to a Republican revolt blocking the defense bill, while a U.S. Navy helicopter made an emergency landing in the Arabian Sea, leaving one sailor missing. John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records for his defense, and Vice President Vance noted ongoing talks with Iran and Qatar focused on the Strait of Hormuz.
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
John Brennan, a CIA Director, is suing the Trump administration to obtain a court order requiring preservation of records from investigations targeting him. The lawsuit demands officials maintain these records.
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
John Brennan, former CIA director, sued the Trump administration seeking a court order to preserve records from investigations targeting him, arguing the records are essential for his defense against a potential indictment and to demonstrate a vindictive prosecution.
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records from investigations he claims are targeting him, seeking to defend against potential vindictive prosecution. The lawsuit names President Donald Trump, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Florida prosecutors as defendants.
- Ex-CIA Director John Brennan sues the Trump administration, demanding it preserve records of investigations into him
Ex-CIA Director John Brennan sues the Trump administration, demanding it preserve records of investigations into him.
- Macomb Township breaks ground on $22.5M Broughton Road expansion to create new downtown
Macomb Township has begun a $22.5 million expansion of Broughton Road to create a new downtown, extending the road 1.5 miles to 24 Mile Road. The project, expected to take two years, will feature roundabouts and street parking to attract businesses and mixed-use development, funded partly by over $14 million in grants.
- Sara Carter reveals tense CIA meeting where Brennan probed her on Trump, Michael Flynn
Journalist Sara Carter disclosed a 2016 CIA meeting where then-CIA Director John Brennan questioned her about President-elect Donald Trump and Michael Flynn. The encounter occurred amid the FBI's 'Crossfire Hurricane' investigation into Russian election interference, which led to Flynn's 2017 guilty plea for lying to the FBI. Carter, now Trump's White House drug czar, claimed Brennan sought to assess her political loyalty during the interview.
- DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
The Department of Justice is investigating former CIA Director John Brennan, with two criminal probes led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office, sparking concerns of partisan influence. The investigation has raised fears among DOJ veterans that the probe may be stacked with Trump loyalists. The probes are currently ongoing.
- FBI interviewing CIA officers in Brennan investigation
The FBI is interviewing CIA officers as part of an investigation involving John Brennan, the former director of the CIA. The investigation is ongoing in Washington, D.C. and involves interviews with CIA personnel.
- FBI questioning current and former CIA officials in DOJ probe into John Brennan's role in Russia assessment
The FBI is questioning current and former CIA officials as part of a Justice Department probe into former CIA Director John Brennan's role in the intelligence community's 2017 assessment on Russian interference in the 2016 election. The investigation focuses on whether Brennan may have misled Congress during his testimony and if the assessment was influenced by the controversial Steele dossier. The probe gained momentum after House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan referred Brennan to the Justice Department last year.
- FBI questioning current and former CIA officials in DOJ probe into John Brennan's role in Russia assessment
The FBI is questioning current and former CIA officials as part of a Justice Department probe into former CIA Director John Brennan's role in the intelligence community's 2017 assessment on Russian interference in the 2016 election. The investigation focuses on whether Brennan may have misled Congress during his testimony and if the intelligence assessment was influenced by the Steele dossier. The probe gained momentum after House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan referred Brennan to the Justice Department alleging false statements.
- DOJ walks back subpoenas in Brennan investigation: Report
The Department of Justice has withdrawn subpoenas related to the investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan, as reported by The Associated Press. The subpoenas were issued over the weekend but later rescinded by investigators.
- In reversal, Justice Department withdraws subpoenas in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say
The Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas in the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan, shifting to voluntary interviews instead. The probe, part of criminal investigations targeting President Donald Trump's adversaries, centers on allegations that Brennan falsely stated details about a 2017 intelligence report on Russian interference in the 2016 election.
- Witnesses in criminal probe of ex-CIA Director Brennan subpoenaed, sources say
Witnesses in a criminal investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan have been subpoenaed. The subpoenas followed the appointment of Trump ally Joe DiGenova by the Justice Department to lead the probe.
- Trump ally diGenova tapped to lead DOJ probe into Brennan over Russia probe origins
The Justice Department has appointed former Trump attorney Joseph diGenova to lead a probe into ex-CIA Director John Brennan and others regarding the origins of the Trump-Russia investigation. The inquiry, now overseen by diGenova, follows the removal of previous prosecutor Maria Medetis Long and involves a federal grand jury in Miami.
- Trump ally diGenova tapped to lead DOJ probe into Brennan over Russia probe origins
The Justice Department has appointed former Trump attorney Joeseph diGenova to lead a probe into ex-CIA Director John Brennan and others regarding the origins of the Trump-Russia investigation. The investigation, now overseen by diGenova, includes a federal grand jury in Miami and follows the replacement of previous prosecutor Maria Medetis Long. Brennan has denied wrongdoing in the matter.
- Lawyer who led effort to overturn 2020 election will oversee probe of ex-CIA director
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney known for leading efforts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election, has been appointed by the U.S. Justice Department to oversee a criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan. The investigation is ongoing and involves legal scrutiny of Brennan's activities.
- Key prosecutor in John Brennan investigation has been removed from case, AP source says
Maria Medetis Long, a lead prosecutor in the John Brennan investigation, was removed from the case after expressing doubts about the legal strength of a potential criminal prosecution. Brennan, a former CIA director, is under scrutiny for alleged false testimony related to the Russia investigation. The Justice Department attributed her departure to routine legal team changes.
- Lead prosecutor on investigation into former CIA director no longer on case
Federal prosecutor Maria Medetis Long has left the investigation into former CIA director John Brennan after expressing reservations about the case. She led the national security division in the US attorney’s office for the southern district of Florida before stepping down.
- Lead prosecutor on probe into John Brennan is removed from case, sources say
Maria Medetis Long, the lead prosecutor overseeing a criminal investigation into whether former CIA Director John Brennan lied to Congress, has been removed from the case. The investigation focuses on potential false statements made by Brennan during congressional testimony.
- CIA whistleblower claims Obama-era espionage charges against him were a test run for targeting Trump
Former CIA counterterrorism chief John Kiriakou claims his 2012 Espionage Act prosecution under the Obama administration was a trial run for Democratic 'lawfare' tactics later used against Donald Trump. He alleges the case tested legal strategies to bankrupt and ruin political rivals, citing figures like Brett Tolman and CIA Director John Brennan. The DOJ accused Kiriakou of betraying trust by revealing a covert officer's identity.
- John Solomon predicts Brennan indictment could come within 'weeks' as prosecutors request official transcripts
John Solomon predicts a potential indictment of former CIA Director John Brennan within weeks, citing prosecutors' request for official Senate transcripts as a key indicator. Prosecutors are actively preparing grand jury subpoenas related to the investigation, which ties into broader scrutiny of the Trump-Russia probe and allegations of altered intelligence conclusions.
- Obama CIA chief under DOJ scrutiny pushes fringe Trump ouster plan
Former CIA Director John Brennan, under DOJ investigation, called for President Trump's removal via the 25th Amendment due to his Iran threats. Over 70 lawmakers also urged invoking the amendment after Trump's social media posts escalated tensions with Iran.
- Obama CIA chief under DOJ scrutiny pushes fringe Trump ouster plan
Former CIA Director John Brennan, under DOJ investigation, called for President Trump's removal via the 25th Amendment due to his social media threats against Iran. Over 70 lawmakers also urged invoking the amendment after Trump's comments about targeting Iran's civilization.
- Ex-CIA Director: ‘I think the 25th Amendment was written with’ Trump ‘in mind’
Former CIA Director John Brennan claimed the 25th Amendment was designed with President Trump in mind, following Democrats' calls for his removal due to threats against Iran. Brennan's remarks highlight concerns about Trump's actions and the amendment's potential application.
- Ex-CIA director calls for ousting Trump: ‘25th amendment was written with him in mind’
Former CIA Director John Brennan has called for President Donald Trump's removal, citing the 25th Amendment due to his volatile remarks about Iran. Brennan argues Trump's comments pose a danger to lives and suggest he is unfit for office.