Federal Judge Dismisses Justice Department Subpoena in 2020 Election Probe

A federal judge has ruled against a Justice Department subpoena tied to the 2020 election. The decision undermines the department's attempt to reopen the inquiry. The court found the timing was too late to bring criminal charges. Officials had sought the subpoena to compel testimony or documents. The ruling casts doubt on the feasibility of a reinvestigation. Legal experts note statutes of limitations restrict such actions. The Justice Department may need to explore alternative avenues. The outcome could shape future election‑related investigations.