The Justice Department’s watchdog will investigate whether any department officials tried to improperly influence the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Inspector General Michael Horowitz said in a statement on Jan. 25 that the investigation will look into allegations concerning the conduct of current and former Justice Department (DOJ) officials but won’t extend to other government officials.
“The DOJ Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is initiating an investigation into whether any former or current DOJ official engaged in an improper attempt to have DOJ seek to alter the outcome of the 2020 Presidential Election,” Horowitz said.
Horowitz didn’t provide any specifics regarding the probe, noting that the purpose of the announcement is “to reassure the public that an appropriate agency is investigating the allegations.” He said the DOJ won’t comment further until the investigation is completed.
