FBI records on Michael McClure

CJ Ciaramella filed this request with the Federal Bureau of Investigation of the United States of America.
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1466459-000

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From: CJ Ciaramella


To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:

- All records, including cross-referenced files and ELSUR documents, concerning American poet Michael McClure (October 20, 1932 – May 4, 2020). Proof of death is not required, as his death has been widely reported: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/06/books/michael-mcclure-dead.html

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

CJ Ciaramella

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An acknowledgement letter, stating the request is being processed.

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A copy of documents responsive to the request.

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This is in response to your recent FOIA request referred to us by the FBI regarding Michael McClure.

Thank you.

Susan E. Layden
FOIP Technician
Freedom of Information and Privacy Office for Investigations
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
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