A Justice Department memo has surfaced, revealing that former Attorney General Merrick Garland and then-FBI Director Christopher Wray personally authorized an FBI probe. This investigation focused on claims that Trump campaign associates attempted to hinder Congress' certification of the 2020 election results. Senator Chuck Grassley released the document, asserting it demonstrates unchecked government power at the highest levels.

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