Rep. Swalwell Demands FBI Halt Release Of Decade-Old Chinese Spy Files
Key Takeaways
- Swalwell's lawyers file cease-and-desist demanding FBI halt release of decade-old files.
- Investigation involving Swalwell and a suspected Chinese spy produced no criminal charges.
- Files concern Swalwell's links to a Chinese operative who allegedly infiltrated his office.
Swalwell Sends Cease-And-Desist
Swalwell sent a cease-and-desist letter to FBI Director Patel.
The probe produced no criminal charges and Swalwell was never accused of wrongdoing.
Patel had dispatched agents to review and redact files for potential public release.
Ten-Year-Old Investigation Revisited
The investigation began with Christine Fang, a suspected Chinese operative.
Swalwell severed ties after being informed in 2015.
A House Ethics Committee probe was closed without action.
Legal Risks and Political Impact
Releasing records would expose FBI officials to significant legal liability.
The move is widely seen as politically motivated.
Conservative forces currently lead in polling.
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