(5MinNewsBreak.com) – In a new case of alleged issues with a Donald Trump administration nominee, former National Security Advisor John Bolton has unleashed a scathing critique of Sebastian Gorka, branding him a “con man” and questioning his qualifications for a counterterrorism role under Trump.
See the video of John Bolton’s comments on Gorka in the tweet below!
Bolton’s criticisms highlight a growing concern about the direction of U.S. national security.
It is presently unclear if Gorka’s approach will benefit America, or if Bolton’s warnings will be proven right.
John Bolton’s criticism of Sebastian Gorka is not a shock, considering his reputation for speaking out against controversial appointments.
In a recent interview, Bolton described Gorka as someone unfit for any U.S. government role, directly calling him a “con man.”
Such strong words aim to caution those at the helm of decision-making against considering Gorka for a key security role.
With deep-seated concerns over Gorka’s credentials, Bolton emphasizes the vital importance of qualification and transparency in national defense positions.
Bolton also insists on a full FBI field investigation into Gorka’s educational claims.
According to Bolton, Gorka owes his past administration role solely to his relationship with Donald Trump.
This echoing sentiment can resonate with many who have been vocal about nominees lacking robust credentials for national security positions.
Bolton himself fears that Gorka’s role could weaken strategies if his administration approach remains hospitable only to preferred agendas.
“Sebastian Gorka is a con man. I wouldn’t have him in any U.S. government,” John Bolton told CNN in an interview.
Gorka previously served as deputy assistant to President Trump before his departure in 2017, following Steve Bannon’s exit.
During his prior role, questions arose about Gorka’s qualifications and his influence within the administration.
He was later removed, bolstering critics who saw his appointment as more politically motivated than merit-based, a notion Bolton’s recent comments continue to support.
Donald Trump, however, continues to back Gorka, praising him as a devoted advocate of the “America First Agenda” and the MAGA movement.
Trump’s endorsement of Gorka suggests a preference for loyalty to political narrative over divergent expert opinions.
Bolton counters this view, arguing that Gorka’s lack of independent opinions aligns him as a mere yes-man for Trump, who prioritizes unwavering fealty.
“He doesn’t display loyalty, he displays fealty and that’s what Trump wants. He doesn’t want Gorka’s opinions, he wants Gorka to say ‘yes sir’ and I’m fully confident that’s exactly what will happen no matter what it is Trump says,” John Bolton declared.
Whether Gorka will secure a position or not remains unclear.
Bolton’s vocal opposition joins a chorus of concerns questioning the direction of counterterrorism leadership if aligned merely with Trump’s agenda.
Trump’s former national security adviser John Bolton:
“Sebastian Gorka is a con man… He needs a full field FBI background investigation about his educational claims and things like that.”pic.twitter.com/nL6bT0RuHm
— Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) November 23, 2024
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