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Apr 7, 2026 The Department of Justice civil rights division investigated Cassidy Hutchinson over whether she lied to Congress Tier 1 · Primary Institutions and Governance
The unusual use of a civil-rights unit raised concerns that institutional tools were being redirected toward a politically sensitive witness.
Independently corroborated by3 independent news desks
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- DOJ Investigates Former Aide Cassidy Hutchinson — The New York Times reported that the civil rights division of the DOJ is investigating Cassidy Hutchinson, a former White House aide who testified against Trump regarding the Jan.
Verified: Tier 1 primary record
Week 64 – 2026-04-04–2026-04-10
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Apr 9, 2025 President Trump ordered the Justice Department to investigate Miles Taylor and Chris Krebs and stripped their clearances Corroborated Power and Authority
The action used presidential authority against named critics, raising concerns about retaliation and abuse of investigative power.
Independently corroborated by5 independent news desks
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- Trump orders DoJ to investigate two former officials — On Wednesday, President Donald Trump ordered the Department of Justice to investigate two former officials, Miles Taylor and Chris Krebs, who had previously defied him.
- Trump Signs Executive Orders Targeting Critics and Law Firms — President Trump signed executive orders directing the DOJ to investigate former officials Miles Taylor and Chris Krebs, who criticized him publicly.
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Week 12 – 2025-04-05–2025-04-11
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