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The post from Mitch Summers (likely from an account like @SUMMERSNEWS or similar, based on the content style) claims that President Trump has **recently ordered** the full and immediate declassification of **all FBI files** related to **Crossfire Hurricane** (the 2016 FBI counterintelligence probe into potential Trump campaign-Russia links, often called the "Russia collusion" investigation). It ties this to John Durham's report, alleging high-level knowledge and approval by Obama, Biden, and others of a Clinton campaign plan to falsely link Trump to Russia, framing it as a major "hoax" exposure and potential game-changer.

This claim appears to be recirculating or exaggerating older events rather than reporting something brand new in January 2026.

### Key Facts on Declassification

President Trump did issue a memorandum in **March 2025** (during his current term) directing the **immediate declassification** of materials related to Crossfire Hurricane. This built on his earlier 2021 declassification attempt (from his first term, on January 19, 2021), which was more limited and involved partial releases/redactions.

- Official White House sources confirm the 2025 action: Trump determined that referenced materials from the 2021 memo "are no longer classified" and directed the Attorney General (Pam Bondi at the time) to make them public immediately.

- Some documents have been released or made available via the FBI Vault (e.g., parts in 2025 pursuant to the memo).

- Coverage from outlets like Politico, Fox News, The Hill, and others reported this in March 2025, with Trump commenting on it during a signing event, calling the probe a "disgrace" and criticizing the FBI/DOJ.

No major new declassification order or announcement appears tied specifically to **January 2026** from credible sources. The post's phrasing ("has ordered") and dramatic tone match viral X posts from January 19-20, 2026, which repeat similar wording about Hillary Clinton potentially facing prison, Brennan briefing Obama/Biden in August 2016, etc. These seem to stem from recirculated clips or interpretations of the 2025 memo, not a fresh action.

### On the Allegations (Durham Report Context)

The John Durham special counsel report (finalized in 2023) did criticize aspects of the FBI's handling of Crossfire Hurricane, including procedural issues and reliance on sources like the Steele dossier (funded by Clinton's campaign). It noted intelligence shared about a potential Clinton plan to tie Trump to Russia (the "Clinton Plan" intelligence from 2016). However:

- It did **not** conclude a broad conspiracy involving Obama/Biden approval to "allow it to unfold" as a weaponized plot.

- No charges resulted from Durham's probe against high-level figures like Obama, Biden, or Brennan for orchestrating a hoax.

- Official reviews (e.g., DOJ Inspector General Michael Horowitz in 2019) found errors in FISA applications but **no political bias** in opening the investigation.

The post presents a highly partisan interpretation as fact, common in pro-Trump circles emphasizing "deep state" corruption. While some documents support criticisms of the probe's origins (e.g., FISA errors, dossier issues), claims of proven high-level criminal conspiracy remain unproven in court or official findings.

### Bottom Line

This isn't a new "moment that changes everything" in January 2026—it's likely amplifying the March 2025 declassification (or earlier releases). Some files are public via FBI channels, but "full and immediate" release of **all** tied files hasn't fully materialized as described, and no major bombshells leading to arrests (e.g., Hillary Clinton) have emerged from it. The narrative fits ongoing political debates over Russiagate/Crossfire Hurricane, but treat viral posts like this with caution—they often hype older news for engagement.

If new documents or developments drop, official sources (White House, FBI Vault, DOJ) would be the place to check. What's your take on it, or is there a specific part you'd like more detail on?

Henry McClure  
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