John Bolton Indicted for Classified Documents Mishandling in High-Profile Case

John Bolton, former national security adviser under President Trump, has been indicted on charges of mishandling classified information, including transmitting top secret national defense details. This indictment, brought by career prosecutors and initiated under the Biden administration, underscores the principle that no one is above the law, despite political divisions and heated rhetoric. Bolton, who later became a vocal critic of Trump, faces allegations similar in nature to those once faced by Trump himself, who was charged but not prosecuted while in office. The case is contrasted with other politically charged indictments during Trump's presidency, such as those against James Comey and Letitia James, with Bolton's indictment considered more substantial. Legal experts expect Bolton's defense to argue selective prosecution, given his adversarial relationship with Trump. These developments highlight ongoing challenges in balancing political accountability, legal processes, and national security concerns.