Overview
- Attorney General Todd Blanche told reporters on Wednesday that Kurt Olsen has not resigned, that Olsen remains employed, and that the investigation is well staffed.
- Multiple news outlets had reported Olsen resigned from the Southern District of Florida 'grand‑conspiracy' investigation, prompting public confusion and media scrutiny.
- CBS News reported Olsen emailed on Monday to remove himself from the case but later clarified he will stay on DOJ payroll and will not be assigned to the matter.
- Reporting says Olsen faced security‑clearance problems that prevented him from reviewing classified material needed for the probe, a development that contributed to his removal from the case.
- The staffing dispute follows other recent departures from the Florida probe and comes as prosecutors pursue grand‑jury subpoenas, including to John Brennan, with no criminal charges filed so far and likely legal fights ahead over venue, classified evidence, and procedure.