This clarification follows reports from CNN and the Washington Post that the lawyer had abruptly quit his role, a claim Blanche dismissed as fake news. The Florida probe has seen a series of recent staff exits, including the departure of Trump ally Joe diGenova and at least six other personnel.
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Kurt Olsen Remains at DOJ After Exiting Trump Foes Probe
US Politics22 days ago
The federal investigation into political opponents of President Donald Trump has seen another high-profile departure with the exit of former election official Kurt Olsen. Attorney General Todd Blanche clarified that while Olsen is no longer assigned to the "grand conspiracy" matter in the Southern District of Florida, he has not resigned from the Department of Justice and remains employed as senior counsel.
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