An attorney who represented Susie Wiles in 2023 is pushing back on claims that he approved an FBI recording of a phone call with his client without her knowledge. The dispute comes as new details emerge about the bureau’s investigative steps during the Trump related probes led by special counsel Jack Smith.
Lawyer Rejects Claim He Consented to Recording
According to a report by Axios, two FBI officials alleged that agents recorded a 2023 phone call between Wiles and her lawyer. They claimed the attorney knew the call was being recorded and gave consent, though Wiles herself was not informed.
The unidentified lawyer strongly denied that version of events. He said that if he had ever allowed something like that to happen, he would not deserve to keep his law license. He added that he was just as shocked as Wiles by the accusation.
Axios reporter Marc Caputo later wrote that the attorney “categorically denies” permitting the FBI to record his client. Wiles reportedly believes her lawyer and suspects that officials from the Biden era FBI may have misrepresented what happened.
Subpoenas Tied to Jack Smith Investigation
The controversy surfaced after Reuters reported that the FBI subpoenaed phone records belonging to Wiles and to Kash Patel in 2022 and 2023. At the time, both were private citizens.
The subpoenas were issued during investigations led by special counsel Jack Smith. His probes focused on former President Donald Trump, including allegations that Trump attempted to overturn the 2020 election and mishandled classified documents at his Florida residence.
Following the reports, at least 10 FBI employees were dismissed in connection with the matter, according to earlier coverage.
Political Backlash and Public Reaction
The revelations triggered sharp reactions from Trump allies and conservative figures. Trump’s 2024 co campaign manager, Chris LaCivita, said he knows the attorney and believes his denial. He called the situation a violation of constitutional rights and urged accountability.
Clay Travis, founder of OutKick, also criticized the FBI’s actions. He described the alleged recording as a major story and accused the bureau of spying on Trump’s campaign circle.
Wiles herself was said to be stunned by the news of the subpoenas. According to reports, she told associates she was in shock. Patel issued a similar response after the story broke.
Growing Questions Around FBI Conduct
The episode has added to ongoing scrutiny of how investigative tools were used during the Trump related probes. Critics argue that recording a conversation between a client and her lawyer without clear consent would raise serious constitutional concerns.
At this stage, the core issue remains disputed. The FBI officials maintain that consent was given, while the attorney firmly rejects that claim. As the political fallout continues, the matter has become another flashpoint in the broader debate over federal investigations during a heated election cycle.
