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Pentagon Launches Leak Investigation Using Polygraph Tests

Defense officials aim to identify and prosecute unauthorized disclosures of classified information, while addressing concerns over the reliability of polygraphs.

  • The Pentagon has announced an investigation into recent leaks of national security information, with plans to use polygraph tests as part of the process.
  • A memo from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's chief of staff, Joe Kasper, stated that any identified leakers will be referred for criminal prosecution.
  • President Trump and Pentagon officials denied reports that Elon Musk, who recently visited the Pentagon, was briefed on U.S. military plans for a potential conflict with China.
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has also employed polygraph tests to identify leakers within her department, leading to the identification of two individuals for prosecution.
  • The Justice Department has launched a separate investigation into the selective leak of classified information about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.
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