Allegations of FBI Probes on Former Trump Officials

Officials from the first Trump administration have come forward with allegations that they were subject to FBI investigations under the Biden administration. These claims surfaced after they reportedly received notifications from Google indicating that their accounts were being scrutinized. Due to a court order, Google was unable to inform them about the legal process at the time. Dan Scavino, now serving as White House Deputy Chief of Staff and assistant to the president, described these actions as “Biden lawfare,” reflecting on his service during Trump’s first term.

Google’s Legal Obligations and Court Orders

According to Scavino, Google complied with a legal process issued by the FBI, which required the release of information related to their accounts. The tech giant was initially prohibited from notifying the affected individuals due to a court order. Scavino shared this information on social media, expressing his frustration over what he termed as “LAWFARE at its finest,” highlighting the challenges faced by former Trump officials.

Responses from Other Officials

In response to Scavino’s post, FBI Director Kash Patel acknowledged receiving a similar notification. Jeff Clark, acting administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, also reported receiving a comparable message. Clark criticized the handling of his emails by a team led by former special counsel Jack Smith, claiming that various privileges were ignored during the review process. He expressed concerns about the costs incurred in protecting his communications and described the situation as an attempt to intimidate him.

Context of Investigations

The investigations are linked to allegations against Trump regarding efforts to overturn the 2020 election results and the handling of classified documents found at Mar-a-Lago. Clark emphasized that his private communications were unrelated to these matters and criticized what he saw as an abuse of government power.

Ongoing Developments and Reactions

The FBI has not yet responded to requests for comments on these allegations. The situation continues to unfold as more officials share their experiences and concerns about privacy and legal processes under the current administration.