WASHINGTON - The FBI's Washington Field Office is reportedly disbanding its federal public corruption squad, a unit that played a supporting role in Special Counsel Jack Smiths investigation of former President Donald Trump. Three individuals with knowledge of the situation confirmed the decision to NBC News.
The reasons behind the disbandment remain unclear. The unit focused on investigating allegations of corruption involving public officials and government employees. Its closure raises concerns about the FBI's capacity to handle future cases of public corruption within the Washington D.C. area.
While the FBI has not officially commented on the matter, the disbandment of this specific squad could signal a shift in priorities or a restructuring of resources within the agency. The implications for ongoing and future public corruption investigations are currently unknown.
FBI Disbands Public Corruption Squad Involved in Trump Probe
The FBI's Washington Field Office is dissolving its dedicated public corruption squad. This unit previously assisted Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into former President Donald Trump. Sources familiar with the decision told NBC News the squad is being disbanded. The move raises questions about the future of federal investigations into public officials.
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