Key Source of Steele Dossier Arrested in Durham's Investigation

The most recent development in Special Counsel John Durham's probe into the FBI's Russia investigation has led to the arrest of Igor Danchenko, a key source of the infamous Steele dossier. Danchenko was taken into custody earlier this week and appeared before a federal court judge in Virginia, who released him on a $100,000 unsecured bond.

Danchenko's arrest is significant because he was a primary source for the Steele dossier, which was compiled by former British intelligence officer Christopher Steele during the 2016 presidential campaign. The dossier alleged that then-candidate Donald Trump and his campaign were colluding with Russia to influence the outcome of the election.

According to sources briefed on the matter, Durham's investigation has been ongoing since October 2020, when he was appointed special counsel by former Attorney General William Barr. However, it wasn't until September this year that Durham issued a new set of subpoenas, including one to a law firm with close ties to Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign.

The arrests are part of an effort to build a broader criminal case against those involved in the Trump-Russia investigation. While Durham's probe has yet to yield the cases Republicans had hoped for, the arrest of Danchenko and others could potentially lead to new revelations about the extent of Russian interference in the 2016 election.

In related news, Donald Trump was handed a boost after Danchenko's arrest, which some saw as vindication for the former president. However, it remains unclear what specific evidence Durham has uncovered or whether any charges will ultimately be filed against those involved in the investigation.

As the investigation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the Steele dossier and its sources are once again under scrutiny. Danchenko's arrest marks a significant development in the case, and could potentially lead to new revelations about the Trump-Russia investigation.

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