Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) is facing new allegations involving the unauthorized disclosure of classified information during his tenure on the House Intelligence Committee. The claims, based on newly surfaced FBI documents and whistleblower testimony from a former Democratic staffer, suggest that Schiff encouraged the leaking of classified material related to the Trump–Russia investigation.

According to the whistleblower, Schiff allegedly implied that damaging classified information about then-President Donald Trump should be leaked to the media. The whistleblower claims to have objected, warning such actions could be illegal, but says those concerns were dismissed. These allegations remain unverified, and no formal charges have been brought against Schiff.

Additional accusations claim Schiff anticipated a top intelligence role in a potential Clinton administration and was involved in internal information-sharing with another member of Congress. The whistleblower also alleges they were terminated after raising concerns with the FBI, which they reportedly contacted in both 2017 and 2023, though no apparent investigation followed.

Legal analysts stress the gravity of leaking classified material, which can result in significant legal penalties. Former U.S. Attorney Brett Tolman highlighted the difficulty of prosecuting sitting lawmakers, citing political and national security complexities.

Schiff has not directly addressed the latest claims but has consistently denied similar past accusations, calling them politically motivated. His supporters point out that no formal evidence or charges have emerged to date.

The situation has reignited broader concerns over the handling of classified material and the standards of accountability for high-ranking public officials across party lines.