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September 28, 2026
Kurt Olsen Resigns from Justice Department Amid Election Investigation
- Kurt Olsen, a key figure in efforts to overturn the 2020 election, has resigned from the DOJ.
- He was part of the Miami-based U.S. Attorney's Office, working on a significant investigation into alleged conspiracies against Trump, though his exact role is unclear.
- Olsen's background includes previous controversial actions related to the 2020 election, including pressing for lawsuits and spreading false claims about election integrity.
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- Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources saySep 28, 2026 at 10:42 PM · CBS News
- DOJ probe into Trump foes sees another prominent departureSep 29, 2026 at 12:38 AM · Washington Post
- Ex-White House election official leaves DOJ probe of Trump foes, sources saySep 29, 2026 at 1:41 AM · Reuters
- Kurt Olsen, key Trump 2020 election denier, departs Justice DepartmentSep 29, 2026 at 2:04 AM · CNN