Only by examining each of these layers can we form a clear picture of what is documented, what is disputed, and what remains purely speculative.
These figures represent maximum penalties allowed by law, not punishments tied to any active case or indictment. Without criminal charges, these theoretical penalties have no direct bearing on Schiff’s current legal standing.
The Origin of the Allegations
The core of this controversy centers on a whistleblower who reportedly worked for Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee for more than a decade. This individual claims that during the height of the Trump–Russia investigation, Adam Schiff authorized leaks of classified information to the media.Continue reading…