The Nation: Robert Mueller's Questionable Extension as FBI Director

This morning, the Washington Post reported on some deeply disturbing accusations against the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Last fall, FBI agents armed with twenty-three subpoenas raided seven homes, mainly in the Midwest. The targets of this "mysterious, ongoing nationwide terrorism investigation" had one thing in common: they were all either involved with the peace movement or were politically active labor organizers. The bureau will not comment on what is being specifically investigated, though some court documents indicate the FBI is looking into "material support" of Colombian and Palestinian groups designated as terrorist organizations by the government.

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