Washington D.C. - Collin Carroll, a high-ranking Pentagon official, was placed on administrative leave Wednesday, adding to a growing list of officials sidelined amid an internal investigation into leaks of classified information. This development marks the third such action within the Department of Defense in just two days, signaling a heightened effort by the Trump administration to curb unauthorized disclosures to reporters.
The investigation appears to be focused on identifying individuals responsible for providing sensitive or classified information to the press. While the Pentagon has remained tight-lipped about the specific details of the alleged leaks, sources suggest the investigation is broad in scope and involves multiple departments within the agency.
President Trump has repeatedly expressed his concern about leaks from within the government, characterizing them as a threat to national security. His administration has vowed to take a hard line against those found to be responsible for such disclosures. The placement of Carroll on administrative leave underscores the seriousness with which the Pentagon is treating the matter.
The investigation is ongoing, and further actions are expected as the Department of Defense continues its efforts to identify and prevent future leaks.
Pentagon Official Collin Carroll Placed on Administrative Leave Amid Leak Investigation
Collin Carroll, a top Pentagon aide, has been placed on administrative leave, becoming the third official sidelined this week. The move comes as the Defense Department, under President Trump, intensifies efforts to identify and prevent leaks of sensitive information to the media. This investigation highlights growing concerns about unauthorized disclosures within the government and their potential impact on national security. The Pentagon has not released specific details regarding the nature of the alleged leaks.