The top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee is demanding a briefing from FBI Director Christopher Wray on the justification for the raid on former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida.
In a letter to Mr. Wray hours after the raid, Rep. Michael Turner said he is “unaware of any actual or alleged national security threat” posed by any documents in Mr. Trump’s possession.
“In the history of our country, this action is unprecedented,” the Ohio Republican wrote.
“Congress deserves immediate answers from you as to the actions you ordered,” he added. “I hereby request an immediate briefing by you to Members of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence concerning any national security threats used to justify your decision.