Lead prosecutor on probe into John Brennan is removed from case, sources say

Maria Medetis Long, the lead federal prosecutor in Miami, has been removed from the investigation into whether former CIA Director John Brennan lied to Congress. This decision came after she expressed doubts about the strength of the case. The investigation, initiated by a referral from the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee, centers on allegations that Brennan misled Congress about the CIA’s use of the Steele dossier in assessing Russian interference in the 2016 election. The Justice Department confirmed the personnel change, stating it was a routine practice to reallocate resources. Chris DeLorenz, a former adviser in the deputy attorney general’s office, is now part of the team. The investigation continues as a former CIA official is scheduled for an interview with federal prosecutors and FBI agents. QUESTION: How might changes in the leadership of an investigation impact its progress and outcome?