NBC: Ex-Senate aide James Wolfe, accused of lying, goes before judge
He will be booked at FBI headquarters next week and then appear before a federal magistrate.
BALTIMORE — The former Senate Intelligence Committee staffer accused of lying to FBI agents about his contacts with reporters was released from custody Friday after a brief court proceeding.
James A. Wolfe, 58, who was arrested Thursday at his Maryland home, must appear at FBI headquarters on Monday for booking. He will then have an initial appearance in federal court in Washington on Tuesday.
Wolfe, who retired in May, was indicted on three counts of making false statements in December about contacts with reporters, including providing sensitive information related to the work of the Senate Intelligence Committee.
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Update: Ex-Senate aide James Wolfe turns himself in over 'FBI leaks' (BBC)
WNU Editor: Apparently his contacts involved a number of major networks and newspapers. It is safe to assume that his future does not look bright right now.
2 comments:
Nor does screwing a 20 something reporter while leaking to her look honorable.
This is a prime example of the sick symbiotic relationships between the press and DC govt employees.
How many other leakers undiscovered are doing the same thing?
Leakers are necessary. They provide a check on abuse of power, which is quite important these days since congress had abdicated its role in checking the executive.
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