US AG Bondi Orders Grand Jury Probe into 2016 Russia Election Intel

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has authorized a grand jury investigation into allegations that Obama administration officials manipulated intelligence related to Russian interference in the 2016 election to undermine President Donald Trump. This probe follows a criminal referral and declassified documents from Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who accused the Obama White House of orchestrating a 'treasonous conspiracy' against Trump. Critics, including Democrats and some former officials, have dismissed these claims as politically motivated and highlighted prior bipartisan investigations that found no criminal wrongdoing by Obama-era officials. The grand jury will review evidence to determine potential indictments, though details on specific targets or charges remain unclear. President Trump endorsed the investigation, framing it as a vindication, while Obama’s spokesperson called the allegations "bizarre" and a distraction. The Justice Department has not commented on the ongoing proceedings.