John Bolton, former Trump advisor, pleads guilty to retaining classified documents
Former National Security Advisor John Bolton, a vocal critic of Donald Trump, pleaded guilty on June 26 to charges of retaining national defense documents, marking the first such conviction since Trump's hypothetical 2025 return.
John Bolton, who served as National Security Advisor during Donald Trump's first term, pleaded guilty on June 26 to charges related to the retention of national defense documents. Bolton, 77, has been described as a vocal critic of the former president since leaving his administration. His conviction marks the first criminal guilty plea among individuals targeted by Trump since his hypothetical return to power in January 2025, according to reports. The plea specifically addresses the unlawful possession of classified materials after his tenure.
Sources: Le Monde