The Bad PlaceNBC News Top Stories | Former CIA officer accused of stealing 300 gold bars, sources say by Julia Ainsley, Dan De Luce, Gary Grumbach
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A former senior CIA officer, David Rush, was arrested and charged with criminal theft of public money after federal agents seized roughly 300 gold bars valued at more than $40 million, along with about $2 million in cash and luxury watches, from his home; court documents allege he fabricated his education and work history for nearly two decades, falsely claiming degrees from Clemson and Rensselaer, a pilot’s license, and other credentials, and he improperly requested and kept funds—including foreign currency and gold bars—purportedly for “work‑related expenses.” The FBI’s investigation, prompted by a CIA internal review, highlights concerns about the effectiveness of continuous vetting and background‑monitoring processes for intelligence personnel.
