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U.S. Investigators Polygraph 50 Joint Staff Over Leaks

9/5/2026

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U.S. investigators gave polygraph tests to about 50 Joint Staff members over alleged classified leaks.
The tests focused on possible disclosures about an Iran war-related munitions shortage.
Officials questioned both military officers and civilian Joint Staff employees about press contacts.
The polygraphs were administered in August after reports of reduced long-range missiles and Patriot interceptors.
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the department treats leaks seriously and will not comment.

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U.S. investigators gave polygraph tests to about 50 Joint Staff members over alleged classified leaks.
The tests focused on possible disclosures about an Iran war-related munitions shortage.
Officials questioned both military officers and civilian Joint Staff employees about press contacts.
The polygraphs were administered in August after reports of reduced long-range missiles and Patriot interceptors.
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the department treats leaks seriously and will not comment.