Politics
Grand jury subpoenas put Philadelphia district attorney’s office under federal scrutiny
Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into the office of Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner, seeking records through grand jury subpoenas. The inquiry is examining potential obstruction of justice, according to people familiar with the matter.
Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation into the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and sent grand jury subpoenas to the office as part of an inquiry into potential obstruction of justice, according to people familiar with the investigation.
The subpoenas concern the office led by District Attorney Larry Krasner, a prominent progressive prosecutor. The investigation was reported Oct. 20, 2026. No further details about the conduct under scrutiny or the records sought were provided.
A grand jury subpoena is a demand for evidence in a criminal investigation; it does not by itself establish that a crime occurred or that any person is guilty. The available details do not identify anyone who has been charged.