Jack Teixeira Sentenced to 15 Years for Leaking Pentagon Secrets

Jack Teixeira, a Massachusetts Air National Guardsman, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for leaking highly classified military documents about the Ukraine war. Teixeira pleaded guilty to six counts under the Espionage Act, admitting to sharing sensitive information on Discord. The case highlighted concerns over U.S. security protocols and led to tightened controls at the Pentagon. Prosecutors argued for a harsh sentence to deter similar actions, while Teixeira's defense cited his autism and lack of intent to harm the U.S. as mitigating factors.