REI Has Not Publicly Commented on Whether It Will Comply With the Demand.

Homeland Security Investigations agents have issued a controversial subpoena to outdoor retailer REI, demanding records of customers who purchased a specific green beanie over the past two years. The request is part of a dragnet search for the identities of protesters who entered a Minnesota church in March. The subpoena, which has drawn criticism, seeks purchase data tied to the distinctive headwear as federal agents attempt to identify individuals involved in the church incident. REI has not publicly commented on whether it will comply with the demand.