Former counterterrorism chief Joe Kent under FBI investigation for alleged classified leaks

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  • Source: Fox News
  • 03/19/2026
The FBI is investigating former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent over allegations that he leaked classified information, according to three sources familiar with the matter.

The probe predates Kent’s departure from government, sources told Fox News Digital. The FBI declined Fox News' request for comment.

Fox News Digital has reached out to Kent by phone and email for comment. Kent resigned Tuesday from his role as the nation’s top counterterrorism official, citing opposition to the U.S. war against Iran.

In a public statement, Kent said he "cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war," arguing that Iran posed no imminent threat and that the conflict marked a break from the administration’s prior approach to avoiding prolonged wars in the Middle East.

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