Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete March 19, 2026 at 01:05 PM
Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks

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The FBI is investigating Joe Kent, Donald Trump's former top counter-terrorism official, for allegedly leaking classified information. The investigation reportedly began before Kent's resignation as US National Counterterrorism Center director earlier this week. Kent resigned citing his inability to support a war with Iran, claiming the country posed no imminent threat to the US, a statement the White House refuted. Following his resignation, accusations surfaced that Kent was often at the center of national security leaks and worked to undermine the President. Kent has publicly claimed the decision to attack Iran was led by Israel, a statement that has been criticized as antisemitic.

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leaks 90% joe kent 80% fbi investigation 80% iran 70% counter-terrorism 70% resignation 60% classified information 60% national security 50% trump administration 50% antisemitism 40%

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