1A Why The FBI Searched John Bolton’s Home And Office
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Aug 25, 2025 Elliot Williams, a CNN legal analyst and former Justice Department official, dives into the recent FBI search of John Bolton’s home and office. Bolton, once a national security advisor, has become a fierce critic of Trump. The conversation uncovers the motives behind investigating Bolton's handling of classified documents and the legal complexities involved. Williams discusses the potential politicization of the Justice Department and what this means for former officials navigating scrutiny in the current political climate.
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Longstanding Tension With Trump
- John Bolton's relationship with Trump was tense from the start and ended with Bolton saying he resigned after a firing tweet.
- Their clashes covered policy and personality, including Ukraine and Bolton's hawkish views.
Book Clearance Fight
- Bolton published The Room Where It Happened without getting final White House clearance, prompting a DOJ lawsuit.
- A judge allowed publication but criticized Bolton for not obtaining proper clearances.
New Probe Likely Tied To The Book
- Reporting and comments from J.D. Vance suggest the current probe links to Bolton's handling of classified material and possibly his book.
- Officials haven't publicly detailed the exact scope of the investigation yet.
