Amaryllis Fox Kennedy Resigns from Trump Administration Over Spending Concerns

Amaryllis Fox Kennedy, a former top intelligence official in the Trump administration, announced her resignation last month, citing concerns over the oversight of financial transactions by intelligence agencies. Kennedy, who held multiple roles including deputy director of national intelligence, stated that she could not continue to approve the movement of cash and gold bullion without proper oversight. She expressed her belief that the lack of accountability undermines the constitutional framework established by the founders. Kennedy's resignation has drawn attention, especially in light of the recent arrest of David Rush, a former CIA officer, who was found with gold bars and large amounts of cash. The CIA has denied Kennedy's allegations, asserting that it provides necessary information to oversight committees. Despite her resignation, Kennedy remains on the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board and has indicated a willingness to return to a full-time role if there is a commitment to address political abuses.