Article 6CGZZ James Risen on Why Trump's Charges Are Different Than for Whistleblowers Targeted Under Espionage Act

James Risen on Why Trump's Charges Are Different Than for Whistleblowers Targeted Under Espionage Act

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As former President Donald Trump faces Espionage Act charges, newly leaked audio reveals he showed a classified Pentagon document to multiple people in 2021 detailing a plan to attack Iran, contradicting Trump's recent claim that he did not have classified documents. We speak with veteran national security reporter James Risen, who says Trump is a thief and should not be compared to whistleblower Reality Winner or others, but also notes, I am no fan of the Espionage Act. I don't think that it should be on the books."

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