In a stunning development, newly declassified FBI documents reveal claims from a whistleblower who alleges that Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff authorized the leaking of classified information to harm President Donald Trump during the Russia-Gate investigation. The whistleblower, a career intelligence officer and former staffer on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI), has been outspoken about his concerns, which he first raised with the FBI as early as 2017. These revelations have sent shockwaves through Washington, with FBI Director Kash Patel vowing that such actions will no longer be tolerated.
The whistleblower, who describes himself as a friend of Schiff, claims that Schiff not only knew about the leaks but approved them during an all-staff HPSCI meeting. According to the whistleblower, Schiff made it clear that the leaking of classified information was a strategic effort to harm Trump. The leaks were specifically focused on details related to Trump’s first National Security Advisor, Lt. Gen. Mike Flynn, and his contacts with Russian officials. The whistleblower described these actions as “unethical,” “illegal,” and “treasonous,” emphasizing the severity of what he believes was a politically motivated abuse of power.
Patel’s release of the declassified documents to Congress sheds light on an alleged pattern of behavior aimed at damaging Trump’s administration. The leaked documents, which include FBI 302 reports and other related materials, detail multiple instances where senior officials within the intelligence community allegedly used their positions to selectively leak classified information in an effort to shape political narratives. According to Patel, these leaks were part of a broader campaign to undermine Trump, weaponizing intelligence and law enforcement for political gain.
One of the most striking incidents detailed in the whistleblower’s accounts involves a sensitive document that was reportedly seen by a select few individuals, including Schiff and Rep. Eric Swalwell. Within 24 hours, that document appeared almost verbatim in the press, leading the intelligence agency’s general counsel to issue a reprimand. This leak was not an isolated incident but part of a coordinated effort to manipulate public opinion and support the narrative of Russia’s interference in the 2016 election.
The whistleblower also claimed that Schiff’s animosity toward Trump was rooted in his belief that Russia had “hijacked” the 2016 election. This belief, according to the whistleblower, fueled Schiff’s decision to leak classified information as a strategy to bring down the Trump administration. Additionally, the whistleblower revealed that Schiff had been promised the position of CIA Director if Hillary Clinton had won the 2016 election. When Trump won instead, the whistleblower suggests that Schiff’s resentment only grew, leading to more aggressive efforts to discredit and undermine the President.
As the story continues to unfold, the whistleblower’s account of his firing adds another layer of intrigue. He alleges that he was dismissed for refusing to participate in leaking classified information, an act that was viewed as disloyal to the party. This claim of political loyalty being prioritized over national security concerns is one of the many troubling aspects of the story. The whistleblower’s concerns were reportedly validated by a Republican staffer who also provided testimony in FBI interviews.
The FBI’s investigation into these alleged leaks has been ongoing for years. Despite the severity of the accusations, no charges have been filed against Schiff or any of the individuals involved in the leaks. The Department of Justice (DOJ) decided not to prosecute Schiff, citing the legal protection of congressional activities. However, this decision has been met with controversy, as some of the DOJ officials who made this call are still in positions of power within the agency.
In the aftermath of these revelations, Kash Patel has made it clear that the FBI will lead the charge in investigating the politicization of intelligence and law enforcement. Patel emphasized the importance of restoring accountability and rebuilding public trust in the nation’s institutions. “For years, certain officials used their positions to selectively leak classified information to shape political narratives,” Patel stated. “It was all done with one purpose: to weaponize intelligence and law enforcement for political gain.”
This revelation is part of an ongoing investigation into the broader issue of classified leaks, which have become a major concern for both national security and public trust. As Patel and other officials pledge to uncover the full scope of these abuses, the nation is left to grapple with the implications of these actions, which have far-reaching consequences for the integrity of both the intelligence community and the political system.
With the documents now in the hands of the House Judiciary Committee, the next steps will likely involve further scrutiny and potentially more whistleblowers coming forward with their own accounts of what transpired. This marks just the beginning of what could be a lengthy and contentious process as lawmakers, intelligence officials, and the American public demand answers. The outcome of these investigations will be pivotal in determining whether the abuse of power described in the leaked documents was an isolated incident or part of a broader effort to manipulate the political landscape.
