He alleges that Malley’s top advisers were actually Iranian operatives who were recruited and directed by the Iranian government. These individuals were alleged to have reported directly to the Iranian foreign minister.
Cruz went on to reveal that emails obtained as evidence show discussions between one of Malley’s top advisers and the Iranian foreign minister, wherein the adviser expressed loyalty to the Iranian government and a willingness to carry out its directives.
This included conveying a message from within the U.S. federal government that there was nothing wrong with Iran having a nuclear stockpile, a stance at odds with U.S. national security interests.
Spies in Department of Defense (DOD)
“You literally had three Iranian spies working in senior positions directly around the U.S. government,” Cruz declared, expressing the gravity of the situation.
One of these individuals allegedly remains chief of staff in the Department of Defense with access to classified documents, an alarming prospect that has raised concerns about the potential compromise of sensitive information. And has reportedly claimed his allegiance to Iran in emails.
