Russia investigation

The Supreme Court refused to revive a lawsuit from Carter Page, an aide to President Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign, who alleged unlawful surveillance by FBI officials during the Russia investigation. Page settled with the U.S. for $1.25 million but sought to continue legal action against former officials, which was dismissed by lower courts due to procedural issues. A government watchdog criticized the surveillance applications, and the FBI acknowledged flaws but stated corrective measures were taken.

Trump accused FBI Director James Comey of being a 'dirty cop' and potentially lying to the FBI after using mob-style language to threaten the president. The remarks highlight ongoing tensions between Trump and Comey, who was previously involved in the Russia investigation.

Former FBI Director James Comey is accused of threatening U.S. President Donald Trump, with '8647' referencing an internal FBI code potentially linked to the Russia investigation. The controversy centers on Comey's alleged misconduct during Trump's presidency.

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.

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.

The Justice Department's inspector general has issued a report examining whether the FBI had valid justification for launching an investigation into the Trump campaign. The report focuses on the origins of the Russia probe.