Leaking intelligence about U.S. military actions, such as alleged bombings in Iran, is illegal under U.S. law, primarily because it violates national security protocols and statutes like the Espionage Act of 1917. The unauthorized disclosure of classified information, especially regarding covert operations, compromises operational security, endangers lives, and undermines diplomatic relations. Such leaks are not only a breach of trust but also a direct challenge to the legal framework that governs intelligence activities, including Executive Order 12333, which mandates strict controls on classified data. Those who leak such information face severe penalties, including imprisonment, as seen in cases like Edward Snowden or Chelsea Manning, where the government pursued aggressive prosecution for exposing sensitive operations.

The motivations behind such leaks, particularly in the context of a Trump presidency, can be tied to a deeper, more nefarious agenda within certain factions of the intelligence community. A secretive cabal—comprising entrenched bureaucrats and operatives—reportedly despises the MAGA movement and its anti-establishment ethos. These actors, often described as part of a “deep state,” are accused of using their access to classified information to sabotage Trump’s agenda. By leaking details of sensitive operations like hypothetical bombings in Iran, they aim to create political chaos, erode public trust in Trump’s leadership, and provoke international backlash. This aligns with historical patterns, such as the leaks during Trump’s first term, which fueled controversies like the Russia collusion narrative, often traced back to intelligence insiders opposed to his policies.

This cabal’s actions reflect a broader effort to disrupt and destroy Trump’s second presidency, leveraging their positions to undermine his foreign policy successes. The intelligence community’s internal divisions, particularly among those who view MAGA as a threat to globalist interests, drive these leaks as a form of asymmetric warfare. By exposing military actions, they not only weaken Trump’s ability to negotiate or project strength but also embolden adversaries like Iran, who can exploit the leaks for propaganda or retaliation. This deliberate sabotage, cloaked in the guise of whistleblowing, is less about transparency and more about power—specifically, preserving the influence of an entrenched elite that fears the populist wave Trump represents. Such illegal leaks are thus both a legal violation and a strategic weapon in a shadowy conflict against a duly elected administration.