- Former Florida AG Pam Bondi is falsely reported as initiating a DOJ grand jury on Obama-era Russiagate claims.
- Claims of a conspiracy involving Obama officials are unverified and lack official confirmation.
- The story revives politically charged narratives despite prior findings from Mueller and Durham reports.
Recent online claims allege that former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, now falsely described as the U.S. Attorney General, has ordered a grand jury investigation into allegations that Obama-era officials orchestrated a false narrative connecting Donald Trump to Russia during the 2016 election.
The revival of the Russiagate conspiracy theories comes despite the conclusions of multiple investigations, including the Mueller and Durham reports. Mueller’s investigation confirmed Russian interference but did not establish a criminal conspiracy with Trump’s campaign.
Dissecting the Myth: No DOJ Grand Jury on ‘Russiagate’ Ordered by Pam Bondi
Despite headlines circulating on social media, Pam Bondi is not the U.S. Attorney General and has no jurisdiction to launch federal grand jury proceedings. The current U.S. Attorney General is Merrick Garland, and there has been no announcement or documentation supporting claims of a grand jury indictment effort based on a referral from Tulsi Gabbard.
The use of declassified documents and old emails, allegedly tied to George Soros’ network and Clinton’s campaign advisors, is presented without clear verification. The Durham Report itself failed to authenticate these emails or confirm that they were not manipulated by foreign actors. Still, these materials are being reframed in a way that suggests malicious collusion by Obama officials—without evidence.
Claims that former CIA Director John Brennan and FBI Director James Comey are under criminal investigation are likewise unconfirmed and appear recycled from prior political narratives. While both were criticized in previous reports, there have been no new charges or public legal proceedings tied to the recent allegations.
This renewed narrative follows a pattern: it politicizes intelligence findings and justice department oversight while fueling partisanship. The intent appears to be more about shaping public opinion ahead of the 2026 midterms rather than uncovering new legal truths.
In the absence of verified legal action or credible DOJ announcements, these claims appear to be political theater rather than actionable justice. Public scrutiny and media literacy remain vital.
“A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.” — Mark Twain
