A former senior U.S. counterterrorism official is reportedly under investigation for allegedly leaking classified information to media figures.
NOTUS cited sources as saying the FBI had launched a counterintelligence investigation into the matter. Joe Kent before he resigned earlier this week.
A law enforcement source told way out Kent “leaked confidential information from the server to members of the media.” Pro-Trump media figures including Tucker Carlson are also involved in the investigation, the report said. So far, no charges have been announced publicly.
Declassified plans may reveal timeline
director of the fbi Kashi Patel According to NOTUS, it is considering declassifying details related to the case. The reporting was intended to show that the investigation into Kent began before he retired from government service, to allay concerns that the investigation could be seen as politically motivated.
A government official told the outlet that releasing more information could clarify when the investigation began and what it contains.
Resign
Kent resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center over disagreement with U.S. policy toward Iran under the president Donald Trump.
“Iran does not pose an imminent threat to our country,” Kent said in opposing the administration’s military stance. However, reports show he was not directly involved in critical intelligence assessments related to the policy.
Investigate before exit
A separate report from Semafor revealed that Kent was under FBI scrutiny even before he publicly announced his resignation.
The overlap between the investigation and his departure raises questions about timing that officials may address with possible declassifications.
The investigation is ongoing and authorities have not yet confirmed whether any confidential material has been shared or whether legal action will be taken.
