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John Bolton indicted for mishandling classified information

Breaking: John Bolton indicted on October 16, 2025, for mishandling classified information. Learn about the charges, FBI investigations, and implications for national security.

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Former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton was indicted on Thursday, October 16, 2025, by a federal grand jury in Maryland for allegedly mishandling classified information. The indictment includes charges related to the retention and transmission of sensitive documents, which reportedly involved classified summaries sent via personal email.

According to FBI investigations, materials were seized from Bolton in August 2025. He faces violations of the Espionage Act as part of the charges against him.

This indictment follows a series of recent developments in the political landscape, including ongoing discussions surrounding national security and classified information protocols. For more on related coverage, see recent developments regarding Trump"s comments on Gaza.

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