Schiff Could Face Fines, Prison Ti

Whistleblower Allegations Threaten Adam Schiff’s Career

A Democrat whistleblower’s claims, supported by newly declassified FBI reports, could endanger Sen.

Adam Schiff’s (D-CA) political future. The former House Intelligence Committee staffer alleges Schiff

authorized leaks of classified information during the Trump–Russia investigation to damage then-President Donald Trump.

Alleged Leaks and FBI Response

The whistleblower told the FBI that Schiff said his team would leak “classified information which was derogatory to President…

Donald J. Trump.” When he objected, he was told they “would not be caught.” The whistleblower also claimed Schiff expected to be named CIA Director if

Hillary Clinton won in 2016 and was fired after reporting his concerns. Despite his warnings in 2017 and again in 2023, the FBI allegedly took no action.

Legal Risks

Former U.S. Attorney Brett Tolman said leaking classified information could bring severe penalties—“up to $250,000 for every leak” and potentially “20 years in federal prison” if done to undermine the U.S.