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FBI Director's Remarks on Political Abuse of Intelligence
In light of these scandals, the FBI Director addressed the issue publicly, condemning the misuse of classified information for partisan purposes. He stated that certain officials had inappropriately leaked sensitive data to shape political narratives, aiming to weaponize intelligence against political opponents.
The Director emphasized that such abuses have historically undermined public trust, and stressed that the FBI now intends to lead efforts to address these issues jointly with the Department of Justice and Congress. The overarching goal is to investigate how political power may have been weaponized and to restore confidence in American institutions.