Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has been criminally charged

Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has been criminally charged in a sweeping indictment for allegedly sharing sensitive government information with 2 of his relatives, reportedly for potential use in a book he was writing.

The indictment, announced Thursday, marks the third high profile case in recent weeks in which the Justice Department has brought charges against individuals critical of former President Donald Trump.

According to the indictment, Bolton shared electronic messages containing notes from meetings with senior government officials, discussions with foreign leaders & intelligence briefings.

In these communications, he reportedly referred to his wife & daughter, the relatives involved as his editors & discussed using the material for publication, including conversations with a book publisher about rights.

Bolton has denied any wrongdoing, stating he look forward to the fight to defend his lawful conduct & to expose Trump’s abuse of power.

His attorney, Abbe Lowell, emphasised that Bolton did not unlawfully share or store any classified information.

The investigation into Bolton dates back to 2022, predating the Trump administration & officials within the Justice Department reportedly consider the case stronger than recent prosecutions against other Trump critics, such as former FBI Director James Comey & New York Attorney General Letitia James.

The indictment underscores ongoing tensions surrounding the politicisation of federal law enforcement under Trump, who has in recent months actively pressed the Justice Department to pursue legal action against perceived adversaries.
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