FBI Raids Home of Former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton

FBI Activity at John Bolton's Residence

• FBI agents conducted a court-authorized search at the home of former Trump national security adviser John Bolton.
• The activity, described as having no threat to public safety, was ongoing as of the report.
• Agents were also observed at an office belonging to Bolton's political action committee in downtown Washington D.C., indicating multiple search locations.

Investigation Focus: Classified Information

• Sources indicate the investigation is partly related to classified document retention by John Bolton.
• This probe stems, in part, from allegations made by President Trump in 2020 regarding Bolton's book, claiming he illegally used classified documents.

Bolton's History with the Trump Administration

• John Bolton served as national security adviser during President Trump's first term.
• He later became a vocal critic of President Trump and his administration after leaving office.
• Bolton's Secret Service protection was reportedly pulled on the first day of the Trump administration's second term, contrasting with protection granted by the Biden administration due to threats from Iranian officials.
• The actions are framed by some officials as a continuation of enforcing the law, asserting that nobody is above the law.