Reports: Trump DOJ sends target letters to Alaska Senate Democrats in expanding criminal probe
Investigation expands in Alaska
At least 20 target letters and preservation notices are also being issued. The notices alert individuals that they are targets of the probe.
Democrats receive target letters
Sources said an Alaska grand jury is examining possible conspiracy and donor fraud-related offenses. A target letter typically informs someone they are a target of a federal grand jury investigation, but it does not establish that charges will follow.
Elias condemns the probe
Elias said in a statement that the investigation was politically motivated. He called it a “sham investigation” and said he and his law firm would not be intimidated.
Elias also accused the administration of weaponizing the Justice Department against political opponents, saying there was zero evidence of wrongdoing. The article did not provide a response from investigators.
Key points
- Prosecutors are preparing more than 100 subpoenas in the Alaska Senate race investigation.
- At least 20 target letters and preservation notices are being issued.
- The letters are directed to Democrats investigators believe were involved in a recruitment effort.
- A target letter does not mean the recipient will ultimately face federal charges.