A whistleblower’s allegations, backed by newly declassified FBI interview reports, are raising serious questions about former House Intelligence Committee Chairman, and now Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) and his handling of classified information during the Trump administration.
The anonymous whistleblower, described as a longtime Democratic staffer on the House Intelligence Committee, told the FBI that Schiff authorized the release of classified information to the media in 2017 for the purpose of damaging President Donald Trump.
The allegations are detailed in FBI FD-302 interview reports obtained by Just the News.
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According to the documents, the whistleblower said Schiff made the comments during an all-staff meeting, stating that the committee would leak intelligence derogatory to President Trump and that the leaks would be used as grounds for his indictment.
The whistleblower claimed he objected, calling the plan “unethical and possibly treasonous,” but was told the leaks would not be traced back to the committee.
The whistleblower also alleged that Schiff believed he had been promised the position of CIA Director had Hillary Clinton won the 2016 presidential election.
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) was named by the whistleblower as a likely conduit for some of the classified leaks.
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After raising his concerns, the whistleblower was dismissed from his position on the committee. He subsequently reported the allegations to the FBI, beginning in 2017.
Brett Tolman, who served as U.S. Attorney for the District of Utah from 2006 to 2009, discussed the possible legal consequences with host Benny Johnson.
Tolman said that penalties for leaking classified information can be severe, depending on the purpose and scope of the disclosure.
“The fine is up to $250,000 for every leak that’s charged, so it depends on the counts in the indictment,” Tolman explained.
“Some of the punishment hinges on the purpose of the classified leak or the possession of classified documentation illegally. The purpose becomes very important.”
Tolman contrasted the handling of past classified document cases, noting differences in the approaches taken with Hillary Clinton, President Joe Biden, and President Trump.
He argued that in this case, the alleged leaks appeared designed to achieve a political objective.
“I believe this was, in essence, the beginning of a conspiracy to take down a president, to impact his ability to lead,” Tolman said.
He added that beyond statutes governing classified information, other laws could be relevant, including conspiracy and interference with official proceedings.
While Tolman said the facts might not meet the legal threshold for treason, he noted there are related offenses that could carry significant prison terms.
“If you found that the individual was doing it in an effort to undermine the United States, you’re looking at potential penalties of up to 20 years in federal prison,” Tolman said.
🚨Former US Attorney Brett Tolman says Adam Schiff could be facing 20 years in federal prison plus a $250,000 fine for every piece of Russian information he leaked to the media:
“The fine is up to $250,000 for every, every leak that’s charged. So it depends on the counts in the… pic.twitter.com/1lPIKVZFFc
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) August 12, 2025
Schiff’s office has denied the allegations, dismissing them as false and defamatory, and attributing them to a former staffer who was fired.
As of now, no formal charges have been filed, and the whistleblower’s identity remains undisclosed.
The declassified FBI reports have prompted calls from some lawmakers for further investigation into the claims, which involve actions alleged to have occurred at the height of the Trump-Russia investigation.
The matter is expected to draw continued attention as congressional oversight committees review the newly released materials.
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