Brennan Sues Trump

Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the Trump administration in federal court, asking a judge to order officials to preserve records tied to Justice Department investigations he says target him for “phantom criminal conduct.” Brennan argues the records could be essential if he later needs to defend himself against what he describes as vindictive prosecution. The lawsuit names the Justice Department and Trump officials and marks an unusual pre-charge legal move by a former intelligence chief and outspoken Trump critic. Brennan said he is trying to protect his reputation and accused the administration of politically targeting him and others.