National Security Advisor

John Bolton, a National Security Advisor, pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information by recording sensitive details in a personal diary and sharing them with unauthorized family members. He faces a $2.25 million penalty and up to five years in prison as part of a plea deal resolving an 18-count indictment.

John Bolton, a national security adviser to President Trump, pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information by recording sensitive details in a personal diary and sharing it with family members. He agreed to pay a $2.25 million penalty and could face up to five years in prison, with the DOJ stating his actions jeopardized national security. His lawyer contrasted Bolton's plea with Trump's refusal to accept accountability for similar charges.

John Bolton, a national security adviser, pleaded guilty to mishandling classified information, agreeing to pay a $2.25 million penalty. He recorded sensitive information in a personal diary and shared it with family members not cleared for access. The Department of Justice stated this action jeopardized national security.

A federal grand jury has indicted former National Security Advisor John Bolton, 76, of Bethesda, Maryland, on serious charges related to the mishandling of classified information. The indictment was announced by the Justice Department.