TREASON AT THE TOP: FBI and DOJ whistleblower records reveal anti-Trump plot in 2020 election case
By willowt // 2025-02-04
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  • Senators Chuck Grassley and Ron Johnson released whistleblower records revealing a coordinated FBI and DOJ effort to target President Donald Trump in the 2020 election case.
  • The investigation, codenamed "Arctic Frost," was spearheaded by FBI agent Timothy Thibault, who had a documented anti-Trump bias, raising concerns about the integrity of federal law enforcement.
  • Thibault bypassed FBI protocols by authoring the initial language for Special Counsel Jack Smith's case against Trump, a clear violation of established procedures.
  • Richard Pilger, a DOJ official, reviewed and approved the Arctic Frost investigation, further implicating the DOJ in the political weaponization of law enforcement.
  • The scandal highlights a pattern of political bias within the FBI and DOJ, reminiscent of the J. Edgar Hoover era, and underscores the need for accountability to protect American democracy.
In a stunning revelation that underscores the depths of political weaponization within the federal government, Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) have released whistleblower records exposing a coordinated effort by the FBI and Department of Justice (DOJ) to target President Donald Trump in the 2020 election case. The documents reveal that the investigation, codenamed "Arctic Frost," was spearheaded by an FBI agent with a documented anti-Trump bias, raising serious questions about the integrity of the federal law enforcement apparatus. This is not just another political scandal—it is a chilling reminder of how far unelected bureaucrats are willing to go to undermine a sitting president and, by extension, the will of the American people. The implications of this revelation are profound, not only for the future of American democracy but also for the trust citizens place in their government.

The anti-Trump agent behind "Arctic Frost"

At the heart of this scandal is Timothy Thibault, a former FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC), who was forced to retire in 2022 after Senator Grassley exposed his public anti-Trump bias. According to the newly released records, Thibault authored the initial language for what would later become Special Counsel Jack Smith’s federal case against Trump regarding the 2020 presidential election. In a February 14, 2022, email, Thibault wrote to a subordinate agent, “Here is draft opening language we discussed.” The attached draft included material that would later form the basis of Smith’s case. Just ten days later, Thibault emailed John Crabb, a prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, stating, “I had a discussion with the case team and we believe there to be predication to include former President of the United States Donald J. Trump as a predicated subject.” This is a clear violation of established FBI protocols, which require investigations to be predicated on credible evidence, not personal bias. Yet, Thibault essentially opened and approved his own investigation, bypassing the checks and balances designed to prevent such abuses of power.

DOJ complicity and the role of Richard Pilger

The whistleblower records also implicate Richard Pilger, an official in the DOJ’s Public Integrity Section, who reviewed and approved the FBI’s Arctic Frost investigation. Pilger authorized the DOJ to move forward with a full field criminal and Grand Jury investigation, which ultimately transformed into the Trump elector case. This is not Pilger’s first brush with controversy. In 2021, Senator Grassley raised concerns about Pilger’s troubling record at the DOJ, including his involvement in the botched investigation into the Clinton Foundation. Pilger’s role in the Arctic Frost case further underscores the systemic corruption within the DOJ, where political bias has repeatedly trumped the pursuit of justice.

A pattern of political weaponization

Senator Grassley has long warned about the dangers of political bias infecting the DOJ and FBI. In 2022, he wrote, “I remain very concerned that political bias by a select group of Justice Department and FBI officials has infected the Justice Department’s and FBI’s usual process and procedure to open and pursue high-profile and politically charged investigations.” The Arctic Frost case is not an isolated incident. It is part of a broader pattern of political weaponization that began with the Russia collusion hoax and continued through the Biden administration’s targeting of Trump and his allies. This pattern raises a disturbing question: How many other investigations have been tainted by the personal biases of unelected bureaucrats?

Historical context: Why this matters today

The revelations about Arctic Frost are reminiscent of the FBI’s abuses during the J. Edgar Hoover era, when the Bureau routinely targeted political opponents under the guise of national security. Hoover’s FBI spied on civil rights leaders, anti-war activists and even members of Congress, all in the name of protecting the country. This is not just about Trump—it is about the future of American democracy. If the FBI and DOJ can weaponize their authority to target Trump, what is to stop them from targeting ordinary citizens who dare to challenge the status quo? The release of these whistleblower records is a critical step toward accountability, but it is only the beginning. Congress must continue to investigate and expose the rot within the federal law enforcement apparatus. The American people deserve to know the truth, and those responsible for these abuses must be held accountable.

Conclusion: A call to action

The Arctic Frost scandal is a wake-up call for all Americans who value the rule of law and the principles of justice. It is a reminder that the federal government is not immune to corruption and that vigilance is necessary to protect the democracy from those who would abuse their power for political gain. As Senator Grassley stated during a recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, “I expect the production of all records on this matter to better understand the full fact pattern and whether other records exist.” This is not just a request—it is a demand for transparency and accountability. The American people deserve nothing less. The integrity of democracy depends on it. Sources include: Grassley.Senate.gov WisPolitics.com State.gov
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