Why did the FBI bother investigating the Clinton email server?

Sgt Mark Ramos — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:00:08 -0400

OK. So here's something that truly confounds me. The FBI discovered that Mrs. Clinton sent and received information that was classified at all levels at the time. She knowingly caused classified information to be removed from secure locations. They discovered government documents that were not returned as part of her release of documents. Her lawyers performed a forensic wipe of data devices. She lied to the public and to Congress. She did not follow even basic security protocols in handling email. Hostile governments most likely intercepted her communications. Yet they said, "no reasonable prosecutor would bring such a case [against Mrs. Clinton]".
So, here's my question. Why did the FBI do the investigation? What could they have possibly found, that they didn't, to convince them that a reasonable prosecutor would take the case? My question is an honest one. So if you have the answer then please enlighten me. Because in my mind, they found all the damning evidence that there could possibly have been. I know that if it was a lowly sergeant with a secret clearance like I was, it would have been a very bad outcome for me.

Response by SSG John Erny made Jul 6 at 2016 12:20 AM

SSG John Erny — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:20:11 -0400

We who serve/served call it a dog and pony show : -/

Response by SSG Roger Ayscue made Jul 6 at 2016 12:37 AM

SSG Roger Ayscue — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:37:32 -0400

SMOKE MIRRORS AND TO keep the sheeple happy.

Response by SSG William Jones made Jul 6 at 2016 12:58 AM

SSG William Jones — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:58:09 -0400

Response by Capt Seid Waddell made Jul 6 at 2016 2:30 AM

Capt Seid Waddell — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 02:30:46 -0400

Sgt Mark Ramos, the best possible explanation I have heard was that Director Comey knew that if he recommended indictment that it would change the course of political events in the country irretrievably - and he didn't want to be the one that went down in history as the one to affect a presidential election like that.

That would be cowardice on his part, but it seems plausible. Unfortunately, either way he went would change the course of history.

Response by SGT Mia Mason made Jul 6 at 2016 5:13 AM

SGT Mia Mason — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 05:13:02 -0400

Honestly the Director wants to Live. If anything it's a way of giving a wonderful notice of resignation.

Response by LCDR Bernard Thomas Miller made Jul 6 at 2016 5:15 AM

LCDR Bernard Thomas Miller — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 05:15:44 -0400

Because the State Department Inspector General referred their investigation to the FBI to investigate any violations of federal statutes. The FBI did not find any.

Response by MSgt John McGowan made Jul 6 at 2016 8:42 AM

MSgt John McGowan — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 08:42:59 -0400

SGT They did the investigation so people can't say that she wasn't investigated. It's was a sham from the start. Everyone knew it was and it cost probably millions. Obama told us weeks ago. It just proves that certain people are above the law.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 6 at 2016 10:00 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 10:00:48 -0400

One word:
Appearances.

Response by SSgt Boyd Welch made Jul 6 at 2016 10:00 AM

SSgt Boyd Welch — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 10:00:53 -0400

In a word..."To give the appearance of being on the up-and-up". They owe an apology to Gen. Petraeus. Punishment is reserved for the little guy.....

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Jul 6 at 2016 10:16 AM

SGM Mikel Dawson — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 10:16:43 -0400

A hoop jump. If you haven't figured it out by now, the "powers" to be are going to do everything possible to keep Trump out of office. To begin with everyone figured Trump would be out of the running a long time ago, but to the main stream politicians surprise he took the cookie. Now they are pissing up a rope in fear because they couldn't buy him, and he says what he thinks. They want to insure their investments in Obama and now Clinton will pay out and anything will be done to make sure she gets in office. The fix is in.
The worst part is now Trump is dealing with the RNC and they are helping run his campaign, which is bad. They don't like him and want him out. You can see a big difference in his campaign now than it was when he started. I sometimes wonder where he stands now. I also wonder - after he wins the election will he revert to his own self and tell the "boys" to suck eggs? I don't know. Guess we got to wait and see. With the FBI's decision and findings, it is a slap in the face on justice and everything we stand for. We now know there is a double standard and that's bad.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Jul 6 at 2016 12:57 PM

CPT Jack Durish — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 12:57:45 -0400

It's time to accept the fact that America is now the land of Injustice for all who can afford better legal representation than the government can to prosecute offenders. Thus Hillary has dodged the bullet many times

Response by CPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 6 at 2016 1:31 PM

CPO Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 13:31:05 -0400

The FBI was never going to recommended charging her, it’s the same FBI that didn’t investigate the Orlando Shooter, same one that assassinated a Family at Ruby Ridge, Same one that burned down the Davidians under Clintons watch, and then murdered the witness’s, same one that has been playing for the Democrat team and the Clintons for decades. Federal Bureau or Intimidation controlled by the Democrats answerable to the Clintons. No one has ever trusted the FBI all the way back to the Hover days. Am I surprised at this turn of events… NO, am I pissed about it Yes!

Response by PO1 Roger Waddle made Jul 6 at 2016 2:15 PM

PO1 Roger Waddle — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 14:15:48 -0400

I have the same concerns she is covered under obama's muslim blanket of protection

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Jul 8 at 2016 1:05 AM

SGM Mikel Dawson — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 01:05:10 -0400

This also confounds me about the whole deal: NO RECORDS, WAS NOT SWORN IN:
http://thehill.com/policy/national-security/286849-fbi-didnt-record-clinton-interview-no-sworn-oath

FBI didn’t record Clinton interview, did not administer sworn oath

The procedures, which are standard FBI policy, are sure to outrage critics.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 26 at 2021 5:43 PM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 26 Jun 2021 17:43:33 -0400

There is a difference between the denizens of the "swamp" and lowly Sergeants. The latter has no political connections as does the former. The former has granted political favors all over Congress, as well as within the government departments. The former is well protected by graft and corruption.