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FBI Searches Journalist's Home in Classified Info Probe

1/14/2026

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FBI Searches Reporter

FBI agents searched the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson on January 14, 2026, as part of an investigation into a contractor accused of sharing classified information.
Agents seized Natanson's phone and a Garmin watch.
The investigation centers on Aurelio Perez-Lugones, Maryland system administrator charged with unlawfully retaining national defense information.
The Washington Post says Natanson is not the focus.
FBI and Justice Department have not commented.

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FBI Searches Reporter

FBI agents searched the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson on January 14, 2026, as part of an investigation into a contractor accused of sharing classified information.
Agents seized Natanson's phone and a Garmin watch.
The investigation centers on Aurelio Perez-Lugones, Maryland system administrator charged with unlawfully retaining national defense information.
The Washington Post says Natanson is not the focus.
FBI and Justice Department have not commented.

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