Trump says leakers should be shot: 'They're the scum of the earth'

A former president has called for severe punishment against individuals responsible for leaking classified information about U.S. military operations, framing the issue as a threat to national security. The remarks came during a public event, where the topic of leaks surrounding recent airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear program was raised. The statement underscores escalating tensions over government transparency and the handling of sensitive intelligence. Critics and legal experts are likely to weigh in on the feasibility and constitutionality of such proposals.

President Trump suggested Wednesday at a campaign rally in Arizona that leakers should be shot, in an apparent reference to leaks surrounding U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.  “Somebody leaked, some sleazebag. They ought to go to jail and be shot. For the rest of their life, they should be in jail,” Trump said at...