DOJ Receives Criminal Referral on Obama Officials for 2016 Election Conspiracy

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has submitted a criminal referral to the Department of Justice alleging that the Obama administration engaged in a "treasonous conspiracy" to undermine President Donald Trump's 2016 election victory by fabricating and politicizing the narrative of Russian interference. Gabbard accuses former President Barack Obama and top intelligence officials, including James Clapper, John Brennan, and James Comey, of directing the creation of a new intelligence assessment to support false claims of Russian election meddling, and orchestrating leaks to the media to promote this narrative. She describes these actions as part of a years-long coup aimed at usurping Trump's presidency and undermining the democratic process. The DOJ has confirmed receipt of the referral but has not disclosed further details. Gabbard emphasized that the issue transcends partisan lines and concerns the integrity of the American republic, criticizing past investigations for failing to expose this alleged conspiracy. The allegations have sparked controversy and debate over the political weaponization of intelligence during the 2016 election cycle.