The FBI has reportedly opened a new internal review into past investigations that some officials say may warrant closer scrutiny. According to sources familiar with the process, the review spans events dating back to 2016 and includes previously classified documents tied to high-profile political cases.
The initiative comes amid ongoing public debate over how federal agencies handled politically sensitive matters during multiple election cycles. The review is said to examine how certain intelligence was processed, whether key investigative steps were followed, and how decisions were made during high-stakes inquiries—including the Clinton email investigation, the origins of the Russia-related probe known as Crossfire Hurricane, and more recent legal proceedings.
Former federal prosecutor and intelligence official Kash Patel, now in a leadership role, has reportedly authorized a team to assess whether a broader inquiry is needed. The goal, according to insiders, is to understand whether internal procedures were properly followed and if any future reforms are warranted.
One area of interest is said to be a classified annex to the Clinton investigation, which some lawmakers have claimed might contain details that could offer additional context. Another document reportedly being reviewed is an appendix to Special Counsel John Durham’s final report. Lawmakers have long debated the significance of these documents, with calls from both sides of the aisle for greater transparency.
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