Former President Donald Trump has instructed the Justice Department to investigate several officials who voiced opposition to his administration during his first term in office. According to sources familiar with the matter, the request specifically targets Chris Krebs, who previously served as the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and Miles Taylor, a former official at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Both Krebs and Taylor were critical of Trump's actions and policies following their departures from government service.
Krebs, who was fired by Trump after CISA declared the 2020 election the "most secure in American history," has been a vocal critic of election conspiracy theories. Taylor, who served as chief of staff at DHS, anonymously authored a 2018 New York Times op-ed and later revealed himself as the author of a book critical of Trump's leadership.
The Justice Department has not released a statement regarding the former president's request. Legal experts suggest the investigation could face significant hurdles, as it potentially raises concerns about political motivation and the use of government resources for personal or political vendettas. The move is already drawing criticism from political opponents, who accuse Trump of abusing his influence and seeking revenge against those who spoke out against him.
Trump Asks Justice Dept. to Investigate Former Officials
Former President Trump has directed the Justice Department to investigate officials who opposed him during his first term. The request targets Chris Krebs, a former cybersecurity official, and Miles Taylor, a former homeland security official. Critics are calling the move an act of retribution. The Justice Department has not yet commented on the request.