Justice Department reportedly pursuing grand jury indictment against Trump critic John Bolton
John Bolton, a former United Nations ambassador and ex-advisor to President Donald Trump, is facing potential legal troubles. The U.S. Justice Department is reportedly seeking a grand jury indictment against Bolton, reflecting the ongoing tension between him and Trump.
FBI Search and Document Seizure
The FBI reportedly raided Bolton’s home, obtaining documents marked as “classified,” “secret,” and “confidential” during an August search. These documents are central to the Justice Department’s investigation.
Potential Indictment
According to sources, the Justice Department could move to indict Bolton as early as October 16. This development follows Bolton’s public criticism of Trump and is notable as part of a broader pattern of prosecutions related to Trump’s political adversaries.
Bolton’s Political Career and Criticism of Trump
John Bolton served as a U.S. ambassador to the United Nations under President George W. Bush and was National Security Adviser to Trump. Since leaving the Trump administration, Bolton has become one of Trump’s vocal critics.
Bolton’s Views on Trump’s Impeachment
Bolton previously stated he would have voted to convict Trump during his first impeachment trial, where Trump faced charges related to withholding aid to Ukraine. Despite these charges, the Senate acquitted Trump along partisan lines.
Legal Reflections and Past Allegations
Abbe Lowell, Bolton’s attorney, claims that many documents were cleared prior to the publication of Bolton’s 2020 book, “The Room Where It Happened.” Lowell remains confident in Bolton’s legal standing, suggesting a thorough review would reveal no misconduct.
Comparisons with Previous Trump Allegations
The Justice Department’s potential charges against Bolton mirror past criminal allegations against Trump himself, particularly related to mishandling classified information. However, previous charges against Trump were dismissed after his 2024 electoral victory.
As the situation unfolds, developments will be closely monitored by Emegypt and other media outlets.
