Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks

Joe Kent, who resigned this week as director of the US National Counterterrorism Center, is being investigated by the FBI for allegedly leaking classified information in a probe that predated his departure. Kent stepped down citing his opposition to the war in Iran, asserting the country posed no imminent threat and accusing Israel of pressuring the US into military action—claims that drew criticism from antisemitism watchdogs and prompted the White House to defend its Iran policy. White House officials suggested Kent had been a source of security leaks and worked to undermine presidential authority, though Kent maintains he left on good terms with Trump.