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Ex-Counterterrorism Chief Investigated for Classified Leak Allegations

3/19/2026

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Joe Kent, former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), faces an FBI investigation for alleged classified leaks.
He resigned on March 17, 2026, after opposing the U.S. war in Iran, saying there was no imminent threat.
U.S. President Donald Trump acted under Israeli pressure to start the conflict, Kent charged.
In a recent interview, Kent reiterated that Iran is not close to acquiring nuclear weapons.

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Joe Kent, former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), faces an FBI investigation for alleged classified leaks.
He resigned on March 17, 2026, after opposing the U.S. war in Iran, saying there was no imminent threat.
U.S. President Donald Trump acted under Israeli pressure to start the conflict, Kent charged.
In a recent interview, Kent reiterated that Iran is not close to acquiring nuclear weapons.