Former CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars for 'work-related expenses' reaches tentative plea deal
A former CIA official found with $40 million of gold bars in his home has reached a tentative plea agreement after being charged with theft for fraudulently inflating his salary, according to court records.
TL;DR
- A federal judge extended the indictment deadline for David J. Rush until Oct. 8 to finalize a plea deal.
- Rush is charged with theft of public money, accused of fraudulently claiming military leave and inflating his salary.
- Investigators found about 300 gold bars worth over $40 million, cash, and luxury watches at Rush's home.
- The gold bars were reportedly obtained from the U.S. government for 'work-related expenses,' though this is not the basis of the current charge.
- A Justice Department attorney stated Rush was not supposed to have the gold bars at his home.