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Trump Discussed Classified Docs with Milley in 2021: Former President Trump was recorded discussing classified Iranian weapons documents he took from the White House with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Milley in 2021. The investigation into Trump's handling of classified info continues.
Former President Donald Trump was recorded discussing classified documents related to Iranian weapons systems that he had taken with him after leaving the White House. The recording was made during a meeting in July 2021 at Bedminster, where Trump was expressing his anger towards Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley, accusing him of lying to the press about trying to prevent Trump from attacking Iran. The documents were still classified, and Trump mentioned the need to follow a process to show them to reporters. Special Counsel Jack Smith now possesses the tapes, as reported by CNN and The New Yorker. This incident highlights the ongoing investigation into Trump's handling of classified information post-presidency.
Trump under investigation for discussing classified documents with unauthorized individuals: Former President Trump is under investigation for possessing and discussing sensitive documents after leaving the White House, despite limitations on his ability to declassify information. He spoke about these materials in the presence of individuals without proper clearances, involving the highest-ranking military official in the probe.
Former President Donald Trump is under investigation for keeping and discussing sensitive, classified documents after leaving the White House. A recording obtained by federal prosecutors reveals Trump acknowledging the presence of these documents and expressing a desire to share them, despite limitations on his ability to declassify information post-presidency. Notably, Trump was discussing these classified materials in the presence of individuals without proper security clearances. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Milley, has spoken with special counsel Jack Smith, making him the highest-ranking military official to cooperate against Trump. The investigation also focuses on Trump's negative comments about Milley and his handling of classified records as part of an attempt to harm Milley's reputation.
Trump in Possession of Classified Docs at Mar-a-Lago Since 2021: Despite claims of returning all classified documents, Trump had over a hundred such documents at Mar-a-Lago, misleading the National Archives and DOJ about their return, and publicly asserting his right to keep and share them, potentially breaching national security protocols.
Before Donald Trump returned some of the records to the National Archives in January 2022, he had already been in possession of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago residence since the summer of 2021. Despite his claims that he had returned all documents, there were still over a hundred classified and top-secret documents at Mar-a-Lago when the Department of Justice executed a search warrant on August 8, 2022. During this time, Trump and his lawyers, including Evan Corcoran and Christina Bobb, misled both the National Archives and the Department of Justice about the return of all documents. Trump himself publicly stated that he had the right to keep and share the documents as he pleased. This situation raises serious concerns about the handling of sensitive information and potential breaches of national security protocols.
Trump under investigation for mishandling classified records: Former President Trump may have shared sensitive classified records haphazardly, contradicting claims of proper declassification process, and emphasizing the importance of responsible handling of classified info
Former President Donald Trump is under investigation for potentially mishandling sensitive classified records. He reportedly discussed these records with people writing his former chief of staff's biography, raising concerns about who else he might have shared them with. The conversation, which is recorded and being reviewed by special counsel Jack Smith, contradicts the notion that Trump declassified records with a standing order. Instead, it seems he may have done so haphazardly, without proper process. This incident highlights the importance of handling classified information responsibly and the potential consequences for not doing so. Stay tuned for more updates as the investigation continues. If you're interested in more in-depth analysis, follow us on Instagram @midas_touch or subscribe to our podcast on various platforms.
