Senators Ron Johnson and Chuck Grassley have initiated an inquiry into the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) following whistleblower documents suggesting NARA played a role in criminal investigations against former President Donald Trump.
• The inquiry was prompted by revelations that NARA was involved in the criminal targeting of Trump regarding alternative electors and classified documents.
• Johnson and Grassley announced the investigation details in a press release, indicating they are seeking all related records from NARA, including documents from its inspector general.
• The FBI started investigating alternative electors on April 13, 2022, referred to as "Arctic Frost. " The senators allege there has been coordination among the DOJ, FBI, and the Biden White House regarding charges against Trump.
• Previous records have shown that a former FBI agent played a role in initiating the criminal investigation against Trump.
• NARA's involvement in these matters raises concerns about how their actions align with legal precedents for naming alternative electors.
• Historical context is provided with reference to former President John F. Kennedy certifying a slate of alternative electors during the 1960 election, suggesting that the practice has legal backing.
• Reports from previous inquiries indicate that NARA was proactive in referring Trump to the Justice Department regarding classified documents, contrasting with their passive response towards former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's email practices.
• The inquiry aims to clarify NARA's actions and the motivations behind their investigations into Trump and the alternative electors.
This inquiry seeks to shed light on NARA's potential biases and its role in using the legal system politically against Trump, following concerns raised by the actions of its personnel. The requested documents could reveal the extent of NARA's involvement and the motivations behind its investigations into former President Trump.
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