Justice Department Subpoenas Issued in Probe of Trump Critics Following Prosecutor’s Exit
A Justice Department investigation into critics of former President Donald Trump is proceeding with subpoenas following the departure of its lead prosecutor, who left the role without filing any indictments.
Bakersfield, CA, September 21, 2026 —
The Justice Department is continuing its investigation into critics of former President Donald Trump, issuing subpoenas as the probe moves forward. This development comes after the departure of the investigation’s lead prosecutor, who left the position without having filed any indictments.
Details regarding the specific individuals or groups being investigated are not publicly available. The scope and objectives of the Justice Department’s inquiry, beyond its focus on critics of the former president, have not been disclosed. The exact nature of the alleged criticisms or the alleged wrongdoings prompting the investigation remain unspecified.
The lead prosecutor’s exit from the role marks a significant transition point for the ongoing investigation. According to available information, this prosecutor concluded their tenure without bringing any charges or indictments against any subjects of the inquiry. The reasons for the prosecutor’s departure were not provided.
Following the prosecutor’s departure, the investigation is now proceeding with the issuance of subpoenas. The specific entities or individuals to whom these subpoenas have been issued have not been identified. The Justice Department has not released further information concerning the timing or the content of these legal demands. The process of gathering further evidence or testimony through these subpoenas is now underway.
The trend summary provided does not include information about the contractor’s name, the fine amount, specific dates of events, locations, causes for the investigation, permit status, inspection outcomes, code violations, or any subsequent actions beyond the continued issuance of subpoenas.
This investigation highlights ongoing scrutiny involving individuals critical of the former president. The Justice Department’s actions, including the issuance of subpoenas, indicate that the inquiry is active. However, the absence of indictments during the previous lead prosecutor’s term and the lack of specific details about the targets and evidence leave many aspects of the probe publicly unknown.
Story summarized from the original created by ERIC TUCKER and ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, Associated Press on www.kget.com, see more information here.
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