Former CIA chief John Brennan subpoenaed in Florida "grand conspiracy" probe

Updated on: September 14, 2026 / 6:28 PM EDT / CBS News

Former CIA chief John Brennan subpoenaed in Florida "grand conspiracy" probe

TL;DR

  • Former CIA Director John Brennan was subpoenaed to testify before a Florida grand jury.
  • The subpoena is part of a "grand conspiracy" investigation into Obama- and Biden-era officials.
  • The lead prosecutor on the case, Joe diGenova, resigned on the same day the subpoena was issued.
  • Brennan is considered a "subject" in the grand conspiracy probe, which examines whether officials conspired to deprive President Trump of his rights.
  • He is also considered a "target" in a narrower investigation into whether he lied to Congress about Russian interference in the 2016 election.
  • Brennan alleges the investigations targeting him are politically motivated and is seeking to preserve records.
  • The Justice Department argued against Brennan's request to intervene, stating no indictment or charges have been filed.
  • The "grand conspiracy" probe will continue despite the prosecutor's departure.