US EditionFBI conducting leak investigation into former Trump official who resigned over Iran war
The FBI probe into Joe Kent centers on allegations of unauthorized classified information sharing predating his resignation as National Counterterrorism Center director.
- Joe Kent resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center, citing his opposition to the war with Iran and concerns about the justification for military strikes, stating Iran posed no imminent threat and the war was influenced by Israel and its American lobby.
- The FBI has been investigating allegations that Kent improperly shared classified information; the inquiry began months before his resignation and involves claims of leaking classified data, according to multiple outlets.
- President Donald Trump criticized Kent's departure, calling him "weak on security" and stating that the administration does not want officials who doubt Iran is a threat.
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Inquiry Into Joe Kent Follows High-Profile Resignation Over Iran War Policy
Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, is under FBI investigation over questions about whether classified information was improperly disclosed, according to officials familiar with the matter. The inquiry surfaced shortly after Kent resigned from his post during a public dispute over U.S. policy toward Iran. His resignation followed internal disagreements about the administration’s justification for military actio…
Ex-Counterterrorism Chief Joe Kent Faced FBI Probe Over Alleged Classified Leaks Before Resigning: Report
Former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, has reportedly been under an FBI probe that began months before he announced his resignation. The investigation was initiated over alleged involvement in classified data leaks, reported Semafor on Wednesday. A senior administration official had previously identified Kent as a “leaker”, leading to his exclusion from intelligence briefings months before his resignation, sources tol…
Former counterterrorism chief Joe Kent under FBI investigation for alleged classified leaks | Fox Wilmington WSFX-TV
close Video Report: Joe Kent under FBI investigation after resigning from counterterrorism role Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, discusses how former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent is reportedly under federal investigation for allegedly leaking classified information on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The FBI is investigating former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent over allega…
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched an investigation into former director of the US National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, who resigned on Tuesday in protest against war with Iran. The investigation is related to the leak of classified information, CBS reports.
The head of U.S. counter-terrorism Kent throws off - with a bang. In his letter, he portrays the U.S. government's justifications for the Iran war as false. Shortly thereafter, it is reported that the FBI is investigating him - allegedly for a long time.
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