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June 4, 2026
David Rush Allegedly Created Fake Spy Program to Steal Millions Amid Gold Bars and Fraud Charges
- David Rush, a former CIA officer, is accused of creating a fake 'special access program' to siphon millions from the government, in addition to theft of gold bars and cash.
- The FBI found 303 gold bars, $2 million in cash, and luxury watches at Rush's residence, with evidence of attempts to conceal stolen funds.
- Rush has been charged with theft of public funds, having falsely claimed military leave and misrepresented his qualifications to secure his CIA position.
6 Sources
- CIA put senior officials on leave over officer arrested with gold barsJun 4, 2026 at 8:20 PM · NBC
- Former CIA officer accused of stashing gold bars ordered to remain in jail pending trialJun 5, 2026 at 4:22 PM · NBC
- US government who stashed $40m in gold bars at his home to remain in jailJun 5, 2026 at 7:13 PM · BBC
- Ex-CIA officer accused of stealing gold bars must stay jailed: JudgeJun 6, 2026 at 2:31 AM · The Hill
- C.I.A. Officer Found With Gold Bars Said to Have Created Fake Spy ProgramJun 6, 2026 at 6:45 PM · NYT
- Ex-CIA official accused of stealing $40m in gold bars reportedly created fake spy programJun 7, 2026 at 10:54 PM · The Guardian