Ex-NSA worker admits guilt for selling US secrets to Russia.
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
12:02 PM – Tuesday, October 24, 2023
On Monday, a Colorado-based former employee of the National Security Agency (NSA) entered a guilty plea for attempting to sell confidential material to Russian intelligence.
When Jareh Sebastian Dalke, 31, is sentenced in April, federal prosecutors have agreed not to request a sentence of more than 22 years in prison. Nevertheless, the court will ultimately determine the sentence.
The 31-year-old Colorado Springs resident and former Army soldier Dalke was facing a potential life sentence for providing the information to an undercover FBI agent, whom the prosecution claims Dalke mistakenly thought was a Russian spy.
In a hearing before U.S. District Judge Raymond Moore, Dalke entered a guilty plea. He only expressed his position in order to satisfy Moore’s inquiries regarding his comprehension of the conditions of the agreement.
Dalke also admitted that during his nearly year-long detention, he had been taking medication for his shaky mental health.
On September 28th, 2022, Dalke was taken into custody by police after they claimed he brought a laptop to the downtown train station in Denver and used it to send top secret data over a secure link that the investigators had established.
The accusations stated that among the data Dalke attempted to provide to Russia was a “threat assessment of the military offensive capabilities of a third, unnamed country.” Sensitive U.S. defense capabilities are also described, some of which are related to that same foreign nation.
He told the undercover agent that he was choosing to cooperate with Russia since his ancestry “ties back to [the] country” and that he owed $237,000 in debt.
According to court documents, Dalke sent a thank-you note that opened and closed in Russian and expressed his anticipation of “friendship and shared benefit” before transferring the classified materials.
Dalke was employed by the National Security Agency, the U.S. intelligence organization that gathers and examines signals from both domestic and foreign sources in order to gather intelligence and counterintelligence, as an information systems security designer.
Prosecutors claim that he reapplied to work at the NSA after departing and handing over the confidential material to the undercover agent.
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In light of the case of Jareh Sebastian Dalke, how can the mental health support and evaluations of individuals in sensitive positions be improved to minimize vulnerabilities that could be exploited by foreign intelligence services
Nd international sources to provide intelligence to policymakers. The agency is responsible for the collection and analysis of information that contributes to the security of the United States.
The case of Jareh Sebastian Dalke, a former employee of the National Security Agency, highlights the importance of safeguarding classified information and the severe consequences of attempting to sell such information to foreign intelligence services. Dalke’s actions posed a significant threat to national security and the protection of sensitive military and defense capabilities.
Dalke’s guilty plea in attempting to sell confidential material to Russian intelligence demonstrates the gravity of his actions. It is a stark reminder that individuals entrusted with classified information should adhere to the highest standards of loyalty, trust, and integrity. Any breach of this trust can have severe consequences, not just for the individual involved, but for the entire nation.
The fact that Dalke mistakenly believed he was interacting with a Russian spy does not absolve him of his actions. It is essential to emphasize the importance of proper security protocols and the need for constant vigilance when handling classified information. The potential damage that could have been caused by Dalke’s actions cannot be understated, and it serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts required to protect national security.
The agreement between federal prosecutors and Dalke regarding his potential sentence acknowledges the seriousness of his offense. While the agreed-upon maximum sentence of 22 years in prison demonstrates the severity of the crime, it will ultimately be up to the court to determine the final sentence. The court must consider the potential impact on national security and the need to send a strong message regarding the repercussions of such actions.
Dalke’s admission that he was taking medication for his mental health issues during his detention raises questions about the importance of proper mental health support and evaluations for individuals in sensitive positions. It underscores the critical need for comprehensive background checks, ongoing monitoring, and support systems to identify potential vulnerabilities that could be exploited by foreign intelligence services.
The case of Jareh Sebastian Dalke serves as a wake-up call for both the intelligence community and the general public. It highlights the ongoing threats to national security and the constant need for vigilance in safeguarding classified information. It also emphasizes the importance of robust security measures, strict adherence to protocols, and continuous training to prevent future breaches.
While the National Security Agency’s seal may embody the agency’s commitment to protect the United States and its interests, it is the responsibility of every individual associated with the agency to uphold this commitment. The case of Jareh Sebastian Dalke serves as a stark reminder that the security of the nation is a collective effort that requires the unwavering dedication and loyalty of its citizens.
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