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Former CIA Official Charged with Theft of Gold Bars Linked to Trump Ally

Former CIA Official Charged with Theft of Gold Bars Linked to Trump Ally

David Rush, a former high-level CIA official, has been charged with stealing $40 million in gold bars from the U.S. government. FBI agents seized 303 gold bars from Rush's home in Ashburn, Virginia. Rush claimed the gold was for 'work-related expenses' and was arrested for theft of public money. Additionally, agents discovered $2 million in cash and 35 luxury watches. Rush, who worked for the CIA for 17 years, is accused of forging his educational and military credentials. He had a professional relationship with Steve Feinberg, the Deputy Defense Secretary and a billionaire Trump supporter. Feinberg, who founded Cerberus Capital Management, was chairman of Trump's Intelligence Advisory Board during his first term. Rush is currently in custody, with a court hearing scheduled next week. The investigation may lead to more serious charges.

United Airlines Flight Diverted After Attempted Cockpit Breach by Unruly Passenger

United Airlines Flight Diverted After Attempted Cockpit Breach by Unruly Passenger

A United Airlines flight traveling from Chicago to Minneapolis was diverted to Madison, Wisconsin, after an unruly passenger attempted to breach the cockpit. The incident occurred late on a Friday, prompting a response from the FBI and local police. The passenger was detained by law enforcement at Dane County Regional Airport. Despite the disruption, the flight, which carried 147 passengers and six crew members, continued to its destination in Minneapolis without any reported injuries. The FBI confirmed that the passenger was taken into custody by the local sheriff's office, and the situation was resolved without further incident.

FBI Pursues Woman Accused of Faking Cancer for Donations, Funding Luxury Trips

FBI Pursues Woman Accused of Faking Cancer for Donations, Funding Luxury Trips

The FBI is actively searching for Vanessa O’Rourke, a Pennsylvania woman accused of fabricating a terminal brain cancer diagnosis to defraud friends, family, and supporters out of thousands of dollars. According to federal authorities, O’Rourke allegedly used the funds, which were intended for medical treatment, to finance luxury vacations in Australia. The scheme reportedly took place between October 2015 and July 2016, during which O’Rourke convinced her supporters that she required experimental treatment unavailable in the United States. Despite claims of undergoing medical procedures, O’Rourke allegedly spent her time abroad on leisure activities. In 2018, a federal grand jury indicted her on 15 counts of wire fraud, and she has been on the run since. The FBI has issued a warrant for her arrest and is appealing to the public for information on her whereabouts.

Former Iowa School District Head Sentenced for False Citizenship Claim and Firearm Possession

Former Iowa School District Head Sentenced for False Citizenship Claim and Firearm Possession

Ian Roberts, the former superintendent of Iowa's largest school district, has been sentenced to two years in prison following his guilty plea to charges of falsely claiming U.S. citizenship and illegal possession of firearms. Roberts, who was arrested last year during an immigration crackdown under President Trump's administration, is expected to be deported to Guyana after serving his sentence. The charges stem from Roberts' use of a counterfeit Social Security card to secure employment as superintendent of the Des Moines public school district, which serves 30,000 students. Despite his lawyers' request for probation to facilitate his removal from the U.S., prosecutors argued that his likely deportation should not influence the sentencing. Roberts' case has highlighted issues of employment authorization and immigration enforcement, as well as the personal and professional consequences of his actions.

Former CIA Officer Arrested for Stealing Millions in Gold Bars from Government

Former CIA Officer Arrested for Stealing Millions in Gold Bars from Government

David Rush, a former CIA officer, has been charged with stealing tens of millions of dollars in gold bars and foreign currency from the agency. According to an FBI affidavit, Rush allegedly lied about his military service and education to secure a senior executive position with top-secret clearance. The FBI searched his home two days before his arrest, discovering over 300 gold bars worth approximately $40 million, along with $2 million in cash. Rush, who worked for the CIA for 17 years, is accused of requesting a significant quantity of foreign currency and gold bars for work-related expenses. He has not yet entered a plea and remains in custody pending a detention hearing.

Ex-CIA Official Charged with Embezzling Millions in Gold Bars from Federal Government

Ex-CIA Official Charged with Embezzling Millions in Gold Bars from Federal Government

David Rush, a former senior CIA official, has been charged with stealing over $40 million in gold bars from the federal government. According to an FBI affidavit, Rush requested significant quantities of foreign currency and gold bars for purported work-related expenses between November and March. The investigation revealed that Rush had falsely claimed educational and military credentials to secure his position. Federal officials seized more than 300 gold bars, $2 million in currency, and luxury watches from his home. The FBI is collaborating with the CIA and Department of Justice in the ongoing investigation.

Ex-CIA Official David Rush Accused of Stealing Millions in Gold Bars

Ex-CIA Official David Rush Accused of Stealing Millions in Gold Bars

David Rush, a former senior CIA official, has been charged with stealing hundreds of gold bars worth more than $40 million from the federal government. The FBI's investigation revealed that Rush had fabricated credentials, falsely claiming to be a Navy pilot and college graduate, to secure his position. A search of his home uncovered over 300 gold bars, $2 million in cash, and luxury watches. The case has raised significant concerns about the CIA's vetting processes and internal controls.

Judicial Watch Sues U.S. Intelligence Agencies Over Directed Energy Weapon Records

Judicial Watch Sues U.S. Intelligence Agencies Over Directed Energy Weapon Records

Judicial Watch has filed a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit against several U.S. intelligence agencies, including the DOJ, FBI, CIA, DoD, Homeland Security, and ODNI, seeking records related to Directed Energy Weapons (DEW). The lawsuit follows allegations of 'stonewalling' by these agencies in response to FOIA requests concerning DEW attacks, also known as Havana Syndrome or Anomalous Health Incidents. Judicial Watch claims that the lack of transparency may indicate a coordinated effort to conceal the truth about these incidents, which have reportedly affected government employees and civilians.

Former CIA Officer Arrested for Alleged Theft of Gold Bars and Cash

Former CIA Officer Arrested for Alleged Theft of Gold Bars and Cash

David Rush, a former CIA officer, has been charged with stealing tens of millions of dollars in gold bars and foreign currency from the agency. The FBI alleges that Rush lied about his military service and educational background to secure government positions. An investigation led to the discovery of over 300 gold bars worth approximately $40 million and $2 million in cash at his home. Rush, who worked for the CIA for 17 years, is accused of falsifying his credentials, including claims of being a Navy pilot and holding advanced degrees. He was arrested in Virginia and remains in custody pending a detention hearing.

FBI Issues New Wanted Poster for Monica Witt Amidst Iran Tensions

FBI Issues New Wanted Poster for Monica Witt Amidst Iran Tensions

The FBI has released a new wanted poster in Farsi, offering a $200,000 reward for information leading to the capture and prosecution of Monica Witt, a former U.S. Air Force counterintelligence specialist. Witt, who defected to Iran in 2013, is accused of transmitting classified national defense information to the Iranian government. The FBI's renewed efforts to apprehend Witt come amidst ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with the agency hoping that the current instability in Iran might lead to new information about her whereabouts. Witt, who served in the Air Force from 1997 to 2008, was indicted in 2019 on charges of espionage. The FBI describes her as a white female, 5 feet 6 inches tall, with brown hair and eyes, and aliases including Fatemah Zahra and Narges Witt.

Kalshi taps former FBI analyst Neff for surveillance unit

Kalshi taps former FBI analyst Neff for surveillance unit

By Anirban Sen NEW YORK, May 29 (Reuters) - Kalshi has hired former FBI official Tyler Neff on its surveillance team, as part of a broader effort to ramp up safeguards on its exchange at a time when prediction markets are facing increased pressure from lawmakers to crack down on insider trading on

Justice Department Indicts Dual Iranian-Iraqi National for Terrorism Support

Justice Department Indicts Dual Iranian-Iraqi National for Terrorism Support

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced an eight-count indictment against Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, a dual Iranian-Iraqi national, for his involvement in terrorism-related activities. Al-Saadi is accused of being an operative for Kata'ib Hizballah and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), both designated as foreign terrorist organizations by the U.S. The indictment alleges that Al-Saadi participated in nearly 20 attacks and attempted attacks across Europe and the United States, targeting U.S. and Israeli interests. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized Al-Saadi's role in planning and executing these attacks, which included attempts to target civilians in the U.S. Al-Saadi was detained abroad and transferred to U.S. custody, where he waived his Miranda rights and admitted to his leadership role in the 'resistance,' encompassing the IRGC and its proxies.