By
Jacob Rosen
Justice Department Reporter
Jake Rosen is a reporter covering the Department of Justice. He was previously a campaign digital reporter covering President Trump's 2024 campaign and also served as an associate producer for "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
October 16, 2025 / 4:45 PM EDT / CBS News
President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton was indicted in Maryland on Thursday, according to court records.
The charges are unclear.
Bolton is the third prominent Trump critic to be indicted in recent weeks. Asked by reporters about the Bolton indictment, Mr. Trump said he was not aware of the charges, but: "I think he's a bad guy.
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