Reply #7: Fitz doesn't impanel GJs or keep them open

[Geoff R. Casavant]

IIRC, federal judge empanels a GJ for a definite term (say 18 months, usually meeting once a week). The GJ usually does not hear only evidence regarding one investigation, but hears evidence brought from many prosecutors on different matters. The prosecutor can request an extension, as Fitz did with the GJ that indicted Libby. This GJ is still in its primary term.