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Hi there! I'd be happy to help you get to the bottom of this. It turns out this story is TRUE. Federal agents recently arrested David Rush, a former senior CIA official, after a search of his home revealed a massive hidden treasure 12. On May 18, the FBI discovered and seized approximately 300 to 303 gold bars, which are estimated to be worth more than $40 million 234. While court documents also mention he is accused of inflating his academic credentials and obtaining fraudulent pay, the FBI affidavit confirms there is probable cause to believe he knowingly embezzled the gold 145. It's certainly a dramatic case!

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1. 1 · nytimes.comNEWS
   F.B.I. Arrests C.I.A. Official With $40 Million in Gold Bars in His Home

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2. 2 · bbc.comACADEMIC
   ex-US government official arrested after $40m in gold bars ... - BBC

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3. 3 · nbcnews.comWEB
   Former CIA officer accused of stealing 300 gold bars, sources say

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4. 4 · cbsnews.comWEB
   Ex-CIA official arrested after $40M in gold bars allegedly found ...

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5. 5 · wbaltv.comWEB
   Former CIA official accused of stealing $40M in gold bars - WBAL-TV

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