The day before a governmental oversight hearing, the FBI says it recently revoked the security clearances of three agents for issues related to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
Demonstrators attempt to enter the Capitol building during a protest, Jan. 6, 2021.on the U.S. Capitol, according to a letter from the bureau to congressional investigators obtained by ABC News.
At least two of the agents -- Steve Friend and Marcus Allen -- are expected to testify Thursday before the Republican-led House select subcommittee onThe letter could lead to a, providing what could be fresh ammunition to Democrats as they attempt to undercut the credibility of the committee's witnesses and bolster their claims that Republicans are seeking to whitewash the seriousness of the assault on the Capitol.
"This is a last minute Hail Mary from the FBI in a desperate attempt to salvage their reputation ... before brave whistleblowers testify about the agency's politicized behavior and retaliation against anyone who dares speak out," Dye told ABC News. "The FBI reviewed communications in which Mr. Gloss expressed support for the protestors' unauthorized entry into the Capitol building and support for their criminal acts against the U.S," said the letter, which was sent Wednesday.
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