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Court says Boasberg didn’t know Arctic Frost subpoenas hit lawmakers, Grassley calls that ‘deeply troubling’

A federal court official defended Boasberg’s gag orders in the Arctic Frost case, saying the chief judge would likely be unaware they targeted lawmakers.
Officials say nondisclosure orders identify subjects by signifiers, not by naming individuals, so Congress members’ identities aren’t disclosed.
The DOJ’s Arctic Frost subpoenas prompted criticism from lawmakers over surveillance of Congress members’ records in the election-related probe.
Sen. Chuck Grassley pressed Boasberg for a public explanation and questioned transparency over the orders.
Boasberg’s liability for the masks around the subpoenas was linked to the 2024 inspector general report guiding policy changes.
The article notes that Boasberg faces scrutiny and potential impeachment discussions amid political tensions surrounding the probe.
The DOJ argues the subpoenas and orders were lawful, stating they followed department policy and were 'entirely proper.'
The article emphasizes that the records sought involved metadata like call times rather than content.
Grassley urged a full explanation and called for lifting the seal on questions about Boasberg’s actions.

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