According to multiple reports, the United States has reportedly received information revealing new nuclear weapons capabilities by the Russian Federation that could threaten national security.
The announcement was made by Mike Turner, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. statement He claimed he had disseminated information to members of Congress about a “grave national security threat” and called on President Joe Biden to release and declassify the information.multiple report since then shown The information is said to be about Russia's development of new nuclear weapons capabilities. (Related: House Intel Chair demands Biden to declassify information on 'grave national security threats' recognized by all Congress)
According to the New York Times, the alleged capabilities have not yet been deployed and therefore do not yet pose a threat to the United States or its allies. This is reportedly a space weapon that could threaten US satellite networks.
— Congressman Mike Collins (@RepMikeCollins) February 14, 2024
Georgia Republican Rep. Mike Collins told the DCNF on Wednesday: “I don't really comment on sensitive matters.” “Nothing here seems to remain classified for too long.”
A communiqué sent by the House Intelligence Committee to members on Wednesday discussed “destabilizing foreign military capabilities,” according to the Times. This information has reportedly not been declassified because it could compromise the source.
One commissioner speculated that Turner's release may be related to the controversy surrounding the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which regulates surveillance of foreign governments, but concerns about surveillance of Americans It was the opposite.
“I wouldn't be surprised if this had something to do with the fact that FISA is under review…When you start talking about FISA reform, you know, the Intel community tries to bring out the boogeyman in this way. We will,” the Republican said. Eli Crane of Arizona told DCNF.
Turner declined multiple requests for comment on the matter Wednesday.
“The Senate Intelligence Committee is aware of the matter and has been following this matter closely from the beginning. We continue to take this matter seriously and are consulting with the administration on appropriate responses.” Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Mark Warner and Vice Chairman Marco Rubio said in a joint statement. “In the meantime, we must be cautious about potentially disclosing information sources or methods that could be key to preserving a wide range of U.S. options for action.”
“I want to assure the American people that there is no need to be alarmed in public,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson. But beyond that, I'm not at liberty to disclose confidential information, and I can't really say much more than that.” DCNF.
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