Before arrest with 303 gold bars, CIA officer spun tale he was Top Gun fighter pilot

nbcnews.com·By Rich Schapiro
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Investigative Journalism

This article is investigative reporting that documents findings through evidence and sourcing. It is not considered a psychological operation.

This article is not considered a psychological operation. It reveals that David Rush, a former CIA officer and Navy employee, allegedly fabricated his military and academic background, including falsely claiming to be a Navy fighter pilot, while amassing a fortune in gold and cash. The investigative report details accusations that Rush ran a fake intelligence program and defrauded the government, leading to his arrest and a federal probe.

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