Trump Goon Unmasked as CIA Gold Hoarder’s Mentor

A former CIA official, David Rush, was arrested last week after FBI agents seized 303 gold bars worth $40 million from his Ashburn, Virginia, home. The agency accused Rush of theft of public money, claiming he falsely used the gold for 'work-related expenses,' and also discovered $2 million in U.S. cash and 35 luxury watches during the raid. Rush, 49, served 17 years at the CIA, including a senior role in the Directorate of Science and Technology, but is now accused of forging educational and military credentials, including falsely claiming Navy Reserve membership on time sheets. Rush had a professional relationship with Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg, a billionaire Trump supporter and founder of Cerberus Capital Management. Feinberg chaired Trump’s Intelligence Advisory Board from 2018, where he reportedly supported Rush’s career, according to NBC News sources. The two first met during Feinberg’s tenure on the board, which advises the White House and spy agencies on intelligence matters. The CIA and FBI confirmed in a joint statement that CIA Director John Ratcliffe referred Rush’s 'potential violations' to the FBI, leading to his arrest. Court documents reveal Rush requested—and received—tens of millions in gold and foreign currency under false pretenses, though the CIA later failed to locate the assets, prompting the investigation. Rush remains in custody ahead of a court hearing next week, with prosecutors expected to file additional charges. The FBI’s search of Rush’s home uncovered evidence of fraud, including forged documents and discrepancies in his professional background. An ongoing investigation is assessing the full extent of his alleged misconduct, which may include further financial misappropriation or deception within the agency. The White House, Defense Department, and Feinberg have not yet commented on the case.