A bombshell report is shedding new light on actions taken by the FBI during the Biden administration — and the implications are sending shockwaves through Washington.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, who successfully ran President Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign, was reportedly stunned to learn that her phone records were secretly subpoenaed by federal investigators in 2022 and 2023.
The revelation has reignited concerns about government overreach, political targeting, and transparency inside America’s top law enforcement agency.
Biden-Era FBI Subpoenaed Phone Records
According to multiple reports, the subpoenas were issued while Joe Biden was still president. They occurred during investigations led by Special Counsel Jack Smith, who was probing President Trump’s challenge to the 2020 election results and the handling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago.
The records obtained reportedly included:
- Phone numbers
- Dates of calls
- Times of calls
Importantly, sources say the subpoenas did not include the actual content of conversations.
Still, for many observers, the idea that a future White House chief of staff’s phone records were quietly gathered during a heated political investigation raises serious questions.
Wiles reportedly told associates she was “in shock” after learning of the move.
Trump Legal Cases Later Dismissed
In 2023, Special Counsel Smith brought multiple felony charges against President Trump tied to alleged election interference and classified documents.
However, following Trump’s re-election, Smith moved to drop the election case. A federal judge dismissed it. The Justice Department also dropped its appeal in the separate classified documents case.
President Trump has denied wrongdoing throughout the process.
For millions of Americans who followed the investigations closely, the dismissals only intensified debate over whether the cases were politically motivated from the start.
Recorded Call Adds to Controversy
Another revelation deepened concerns.
According to FBI officials cited by Fox News, the bureau recorded a 2023 phone call between Wiles and her attorney. The attorney reportedly consented to the recording — but Wiles herself was unaware.
Legal experts note that while certain recordings may be lawful under specific circumstances, the optics are troubling, especially given the broader political climate at the time.
FBI Director Kash Patel Speaks Out
Current FBI Director Kash Patel strongly criticized the actions taken under prior leadership.
He described the subpoenas as secretive and based on “flimsy pretexts,” alleging the matter was buried in restricted files designed to limit oversight.
Patel has since ended the FBI’s ability to categorize investigative material as “Prohibited,” a designation critics argue reduced transparency.
Supporters say this signals a broader effort to restore accountability inside the bureau.
FBI Firings Spark National Debate
In a major development, at least 10 FBI employees were terminated this week. Officials declined to release names.
Conservative commentators praised the move as long overdue reform.
Meanwhile, the FBI Agents Association condemned the firings, arguing they violate due process protections and could weaken the agency’s operational capabilities.
The sharp divide underscores how deeply polarized opinions remain regarding the FBI’s handling of politically sensitive investigations.
What This Means Going Forward
For many Americans — particularly voters over 50 who have watched decades of political battles unfold — this story touches on core issues:
- Government accountability
- Equal application of justice
- Transparency in federal law enforcement
- The balance of power in Washington
With President Trump back in office and new leadership installed at the FBI, the coming months could determine whether reforms restore public trust — or deepen existing divisions.
One thing is clear: the fallout from Biden-era investigations is far from over.
Why This Story Matters
The use of subpoenas against political figures — even for metadata like call logs — carries serious constitutional and institutional implications. As more details emerge, Americans will be watching closely to see whether further internal reviews or congressional oversight follow.
This is a developing story.
