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White House, DOJ pushed FBI to investigate protesters, violating rights: Whistleblower

The Hill·October 6, 2026·1 min read
White House, DOJ pushed FBI to investigate protesters, violating rights: Whistleblower

A whistleblower complaint accuses the White House, Justice Department, and FBI leadership of directing agents to investigate Los Angeles protestors, violating the Constitution and bureau policy by targeting First Amendment activity. Former FBI intelligence analyst Jill Fields filed the complaint, alleging agents were instructed to open investigations into protestors, raising concerns about political interference in law enforcement.

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