The FBI is investigating former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent in connection with alleged leaks of classified information, multiple sources with direct knowledge of the matter told CBS News.
According to these sources, the probe began before Kent resigned this week over the Trump administration’s handling of the war with Iran. The FBI’s Criminal Division is reportedly handling the investigation, which has been underway for some time.
The FBI declined to comment on the matter. Kent did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
The news was first reported by Semafor.
This is a breaking story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/joe-kent-trump-counterterrorism-iran-fbi-investigation-leak/
