DOJ Review Into Russia Investigation Origins Is Now A Criminal Inquiry

The investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election has escalated into a criminal inquiry, as reported by the New York Times. This shift grants the DOJ authority to issue subpoenas and convene a grand jury. Led by John Durham and overseen by Attorney General William Barr, the investigation aims to determine if federal investigators acted improperly. President Trump has criticized the Russia investigation as a 'witch hunt,' and there are concerns about potential bias against him. The timing of the DOJ's shift from an administrative review to a criminal inquiry remains unclear.

How has President Trump characterized the Russia investigation?

What concerns have been raised regarding the DOJ's investigation?