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Among those slated for advancement are Lieutenant Michael Byrd, who is set to become captain, and Officer Caroline Edwards, who will rise to the rank of sergeant.

Johnson stated, “These statements reveal an attempt to limit public access to certain communications directly related to the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially in violation of federal record keeping requirements.”

This decision came after a proposed plea deal related to a felony gun charge failed to materialize during Biden's initial court appearance.

The former senior FBI agent played a pivotal role in the 2016 Trump campaign investigation concerning alleged Russia "collusion."

"You are in our sights, we want to kill you," the voicemail reportedly warned.

Key elements of the indictment, spanning almost 100 pages, shed light on multiple episodes where Trump and his allies are accused of trying to reverse the election outcome.

The judge presiding over the Trump January 6 previously worked at a law firm representing Russia hoax dossier firm Fusion GPS.

Weiss already worked for the U.S. government prior to the appointment.

“It’s long past time to impeach Joe Biden. He has undermined the integrity of his office, brought disrepute on the Presidency, betrayed his trust as President, and acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice at the expense of America’s citizens."

In his statement from the Justice Department’s Washington headquarters, Attorney General Garland revealed that the decision came after the investigation had "reached the stage" where the powers of a special counsel were necessary to continue.