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Green Cove Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Prosecutor Removed From Brennan Investigation
Justice Department officials express concerns about potential criminal case.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:36am
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The removal of a lead prosecutor in the investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan raises questions about the future of the politically charged probe.Green Cove Springs TodayA lead prosecutor in the investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan has been removed from the case after raising doubts about the viability of a potential criminal prosecution. The Justice Department received a referral last year from a Republican congressman alleging that Brennan provided false testimony about the intelligence community's assessment of Russian interference in the 2016 election, which Brennan has denied.
Why it matters
The removal of the prosecutor raises questions about the future of the Brennan investigation, which has been a priority for some Republicans critical of the former CIA director. It also highlights the ongoing tensions between the Justice Department and political figures seeking criminal charges against their opponents.
The details
Investigators have been preparing for additional interviews in the Brennan probe, though it remains unclear whether any charges will be brought. The departure of the lead prosecutor, Medetis Long, could impact the case and witnesses' willingness to cooperate. The Justice Department has faced pressure from some Republicans, including former President Trump, to pursue criminal investigations against political opponents.
- The Justice Department received a referral from Rep. Jim Jordan last year.
- Investigators have been issuing subpoenas and preparing for additional interviews in recent months.
The players
John Brennan
Former CIA director under President Barack Obama, who was in the position when the intelligence community published a detailed assessment of Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.
Rep. Jim Jordan
Republican chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, who asserted that Brennan had given false testimony about the preparation of the intelligence assessment on Russian interference.
Medetis Long
A lead prosecutor in the investigation into Brennan, who has been removed from the case after expressing concerns about the viability of a potential criminal prosecution.
What’s next
It remains unclear whether any charges will be brought in the Brennan investigation or how the departure of the lead prosecutor will impact the case and witnesses' willingness to cooperate.
The takeaway
The removal of the prosecutor in the Brennan investigation highlights the ongoing tensions between the Justice Department and political figures seeking criminal charges against their opponents, raising questions about the future of the probe and the department's ability to navigate such politically charged cases.
