Government Efforts to Address Intelligence Leaks

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
DNI Tulsi Gabbard discusses shutting down intelligence leaks on 'Fox & Friends'. Attorney General Pam Bondi changes policy to allow journalists to be subpoenaed. Bondi's memo highlights the need to identify and punish sources of improper leaks.

Key Points

  • DNI Tulsi Gabbard referred intelligence professionals accused of leaking classified information to the Justice Department for criminal prosecution.
  • Attorney General Pam Bondi revised policy to allow journalists to be subpoenaed, aiming to identify and punish the source of improper leaks.
  • Former Attorney General Merrick Garland's policy limited obtaining information from the news media, which has now been rescinded.

Pros

  • Efforts to address intelligence leaks are being made by government officials.
  • Changes in policy aim to prevent leaks that endanger national security.

Cons

  • Some concerns about press freedom and protection of journalistic sources.