DOJ Reveals Rod Rosenstein Approved Release Of Strzok-Page Messages

In 2017, Rod Rosenstein approved the release of text messages between FBI officials Peter Strzok and Lisa Page, which were critical of Donald Trump. This led to Strzok's removal from the FBI, while Page had already left. Both sued the DOJ, claiming a Privacy Act violation. Rosenstein argued the release was justified as the messages were on government phones, intertwined with FBI work, and not too personal. He noted the documents would have been public soon due to a congressional release. Page responded on Twitter, anticipating Rosenstein's deposition.

What was the main reason for the release of text messages between Peter Strzok and Lisa Page?

• To support a political campaign

• To comply with a court order

• To promote transparency in the FBI

• To address concerns of political bias

Why did Strzok and Page sue the DOJ?

• For breach of contract

• For defamation

• For violation of the Privacy Act

• For wrongful termination

Which of the following was NOT a reason given by Rosenstein for the release of the messages?

• Messages were sent on government phones

• Messages were intertwined with FBI work

• Messages contained sensitive personal information

• Messages would have been public soon

What did Rosenstein claim about the personal nature of the messages?

• They were entirely personal

• They were not too personal to release

• They contained no personal information

• They were too personal to release

How did Lisa Page react to Rosenstein's declaration?

• She remained silent

• She agreed with his reasons

• She expressed anticipation for his deposition

• She filed another lawsuit