Summary
John Bolton, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, has been indicted on federal charges. The indictment follows an investigation into his handling of classified information, linked to a book he published. Bolton has not commented on the charges but denies any wrongdoing.
Key Facts
- John Bolton served as President Trump’s national security adviser and was fired in 2019.
- Bolton has been indicted on federal charges concerning classified information handling.
- The Department of Justice presented the case to a grand jury in Maryland.
- FBI agents searched Bolton’s home and office in August as part of the investigation.
- Bolton's book, released in 2020, led to a lawsuit attempted by the White House, but it was published as scheduled.
- The Department of Justice previously investigated Bolton in connection with his book for alleged mishandling of classified info.
- Bolton is the third critic of President Trump to face criminal charges in recent weeks.
