Virginia employee arrested for classified info sharing attempt
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In Virginia, a government worker has been detained for allegedly attempting to pass classified information to a foreign entity. The incident, involving a Department of International Affairs employee, underscores ongoing concerns about internal security lapses and reminds us that sometimes even insiders can drop the ball—and sensitive secrets.
DOJ reveals Virginia's Nathan Laatsch, a DIA employee, faces severe penalties for allegedly attempting to pass classified data to a foreign nation.
A government employee in Virginia was arrested and accused of attempting to share classified information with an officer or agent of a foreign government, the Department of Justice said.
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