Trump On Hunt For Mole In US Army: What’s Next?
United States, president, Donald Trump is one of the most impulsive and aggressive personalities in world politics
By: Tupaki Desk | 7 April 2026 4:00 PM ISTUnited States, president, Donald Trump is one of the most impulsive and aggressive personalities in world politics, and he appears to be on a mission to identify the black mole in his own United States military.
US President Donald Trump has launched a high‑stakes hunt for an internal “mole” after classified details of a sensitive military rescue operation were leaked to the media, a breach he says endangered American lives and national security.
Trump claims that information about the rescue of a stranded F‑15E Strike Eagle airman in Iran was published prematurely, alerting Iranian forces to the presence of a second missing crew member and complicating the mission.
He described the leaker as a “sick” insider and vowed to identify and expose the source. Trump also warned journalists that those who refuse to reveal their sources could face jail time, saying authorities would push media organisations to hand over that information.
Trump’s statements came during a press briefing as tensions with Iran remain high amid the ongoing conflict. He insisted that U.S. forces conducted an exceptionally complex and daring operation to recover the downed pilot, who was reportedly extracted safely. Trump argued that the leak could have had dire consequences by tipping off the enemy during an active mission.
The controversy has sparked debate in Washington over press freedom and national security, with Trump’s strong rhetoric underscoring his administration’s aggressive stance on leaks related to sensitive military activities.
