Key takeaways:
- The search of Advancing American Freedom was conducted by the Justice Department and yielded no documents with classified markings.
- The documents taken are believed to be materials used for 2020 debate preparation.
- The investigation is expected to be concluded soon and Pence has been cooperative throughout the process.
Former Vice President Mike Pence’s public policy organization, Advancing American Freedom, was subject to a consensual search by the Justice Department on Friday. According to a Pence spokesman, Devin O’Malley, the search lasted several hours and yielded no documents with classified markings. However, one binder containing approximately three previously redacted documents was taken.
O’Malley stated that Pence has been fully cooperative with the authorities and is looking forward to the conclusion of the matter. The documents taken are believed to be materials used for 2020 debate preparation, according to a person familiar with the situation.
The search of Advancing American Freedom comes as part of an ongoing investigation into the Trump administration’s activities. It is unclear what the documents taken from the organization will be used for, but the investigation is expected to be concluded soon.
Pence has been cooperative throughout the investigation and has been transparent with the authorities. He is looking forward to the imminent conclusion of the matter.
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