Elliot Munch

Swalwell Sends FBI a Sharp Warning

Eric Swalwell used CNN to warn FBI agents and claim the bureau is being pushed to break the law, while his lawyers tried to block old files tied to the Fang Fang controversy.

Bondi Exit, Tipoff Claim Denied

The White House denies reports that Pam Bondi was fired for warning Eric Swalwell about FBI file plans, saying Trump had been unhappy with her DOJ performance for some time.

Daleiden’s Case Finally Gets Dropped

California dropped the final charge against David Daleiden, ending an 11-year legal fight tied to undercover Planned Parenthood videos. His record was also expunged, at least after the paperwork finished stretching its legs.

NYT’s Correction Habit Strikes Again

The Times corrected a story on a proposed strategic investment fund after a Trump administration official said quotes were fabricated, then added another fix over the amount and the wording. The dust-up spilled into the larger fight over press access and Pentagon rules.

Army Probes Kid Rock Helicopter Flyby

Kid Rock says he is not worried after Army helicopters passed near his Tennessee home during a training flight. The Army says it is reviewing the mission and flight path, because even helicopter paperwork seems to need its own helicopter.