John Bolton is set to plead guilty in the classified documents case. My sources in UK intelligence are on high alert. This is not just an American story. It has direct implications for British security.
Bolton, former US National Security Adviser, was charged with mishandling classified material. He allegedly shared sensitive information in his memoir. The Department of Justice has been investigating. Now a plea deal is imminent.
Whitehall is nervous. Bolton had access to UK-US intelligence sharing. He knew about joint operations. He knew about sources. A guilty plea could expose details. It could damage trust between allies.
One intelligence insider tells me: "We are watching this very closely. There are protocols in place. But any leak is a threat."
The timing is awkward. The UK is negotiating a new security pact with the US. Trust is the bedrock. If Bolton's case reveals sloppy handling, it undermines that trust.
Labour MPs are already asking questions. The opposition wants assurances that no British secrets were compromised. The government is staying tight-lipped. They know the details are classified.
Bolton's legal team has not commented. But sources say the plea is for a single count. It avoids trial. It limits public exposure. But the damage may already be done.
This story is developing. I will have more as my contacts in the corridors of power feed me details. For now, the message from Whitehall is clear: we are watching, we are worried, and we are preparing.
Expect more leaks. Expect more questions. The game is on.
