A 2020 criminal investigation into Bolton originated from allegations that Bolton had shared portions of his book draft with people not authorized to handle sensitive information before he obtained fi

Vice President JD Vance rejected the idea that the investigation into Bolton was retribution for his persistent criticism of President Donald Trump.

On Aug. 22, 2025, the FBI searched former national security adviser John Bolton’s home in Bethesda, Maryland, and his Washington, DC, office as part of a criminal investigation into the potential mishandling of classified information.

A number of prominent supporters of Donald Trump 's Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement have celebrated on social media after the FBI raided the home of John Bolton on Friday morning.

Federal agents were seen outside the residence of the former National Security Adviser's John Bolton's home and office.