A longtime Democratic staffer on the House Intelligence Committee has accused Rep. Adam Schiff of personally authorizing the leak of classified information aimed at undermining President Trump during his first term, according to newly released FBI documents. The whistleblower, who says he witnessed Schiff greenlighting the plan, described the conduct as “treasonous” and “illegal.”
Key Facts:
- The whistleblower worked for Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee for over a decade.
- He told the FBI in 2017 that Schiff approved leaking classified information to damage President Trump.
- The staffer says he attended a meeting where Schiff allegedly announced the plan.
- The FBI interviewed the whistleblower again in 2023 about the same claims.
- FBI Director Kash Patel released the documents to Congress, which were obtained by Just The News.
The Rest of The Story:
According to the FBI documents, the whistleblower alleged that in 2017, Schiff called an all-staff meeting and told the group they would leak classified information “derogatory” to President Trump. Schiff allegedly said the leaked information would be used to indict Trump.
The staffer claims he immediately objected, warning that such leaks would be illegal. The report states other staff members assured him they would not be caught. The documents quote the whistleblower as calling the scheme “treasonous” and “illegal,” while also labeling it unethical.
The whistleblower, whose name remains redacted, was interviewed again by the FBI in 2023, reaffirming his account. The release of the documents came after FBI Director Kash Patel turned them over to Congress, enabling public disclosure.
Journalist John Solomon, co-author of the Just The News piece, told Fox News’ “Hannity” that this case is only the first of “several major leak investigations” soon to be revealed. He noted that FBI interviews had previously identified multiple officials who leaked classified secrets, yet no action was taken. “The question now is, in Donald Trump’s Justice Department, does that dynamic change?” Solomon said.
Patel posted the story on X, writing that the FBI “found it [and] declassified it,” allowing Congress to see how classified information was allegedly weaponized to shape political narratives.
We found it. We declassified it.
Now Congress can see how classified info was leaked to shape political narratives – and decide if our institutions were weaponized against the American people. pic.twitter.com/PCpLFLuPmI
— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) August 12, 2025
Commentary:
If these allegations are accurate, Adam Schiff’s conduct represents one of the most cynical abuses of power in recent political history. Authorizing the deliberate leak of classified material for partisan gain isn’t just reckless—it’s an outright betrayal of the oath of office.
The claim that Schiff personally told staff to leak in order to secure an indictment against a sitting president shreds the thin veneer of “national security” many in Washington hide behind. It reveals a political hit job masquerading as legitimate oversight.
For years, Schiff has cultivated the image of a principled defender of democracy. Yet, here we have a direct accusation from one of his own staffers, backed by FBI documentation, that he orchestrated the very kind of lawless behavior he routinely condemns in others. That hypocrisy alone should disqualify him from higher office, including his Senate bid.
This is not a minor breach or an ethical slip—it is an alleged felony. If proven, it should lead to criminal charges. The idea that members of Congress can leak with impunity, using the nation’s secrets as political weapons, is corrosive to public trust and dangerous to national security.
One hopes these revelations are the beginning of real accountability. If Schiff’s actions are confirmed, the only acceptable outcome is resignation in disgrace, followed by prosecution. Anything less sends the message that some in Washington are untouchable.
The American people deserve better than political operatives in positions of power using classified information to sway public opinion or sabotage political opponents. The misuse of national security for partisan warfare is incompatible with the principles of a free republic.
If this investigation proceeds and the evidence holds, it is imperative that the justice system treats Schiff the same as any other citizen who mishandles classified material for personal or political advantage. That means felony convictions and prison time. Only then will the precedent be set that no lawmaker is above the law.
The Bottom Line:
A whistleblower’s account, now documented in FBI records, accuses Adam Schiff of directing staff to leak classified information against President Trump. The claims suggest a deliberate misuse of national security for political ends. If proven true, such actions would demand Schiff’s removal from public office and criminal prosecution. These allegations strike at the heart of public trust in America’s institutions and demand a thorough, transparent investigation.
