World · 4 August 2026
John Bolton admitted mishandling secrets awaiting sentencing on 28 October
John Bolton, who served as national security adviser, admitted to keeping top secret diary entries for his book. He faces up to five years in prison, £1.7m in fines, and 100 hours of community service under his plea deal. A judge will sentence him on 28 October after he told the court he was sorry for his actions.
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