F.B.I. Searches Home of Washington Post Journalist for Classified Material
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- FBI agents conducted a rare search of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home as part of an investigation into the possible sharing of government secrets.
- Natanson has been reporting on the Trump administration's efforts to fire federal workers and redirect the workforce to enforce its agenda, during which many employees expressed frustration and fear.
- The investigation reportedly centers on Aurelio Perez-Lugones, a Maryland system administrator with top-secret clearance accused of taking classified intelligence reports home.
- The Washington Post is monitoring the situation, while legal experts have expressed concern about the potential chilling effect on legitimate journalistic activities.
