Mr Nozette and the undercover agent exchanged envelopes of money for answers to lists of questions about US satellite technology."In addition, Nozette allegedly offered to reveal additional classified information that directly concerned nuclear weaponry, military spacecraft or satellites and other major weapons systems,'' DOJ said.
FBI agents retrieved a manila envelope left by Mr Nozette in a designated location this month that "contained information classified as both top secret and secret that concerned US satellites, early warning systems, means of defense or retaliation against large-scale attack, communications intelligence information, and major elements of defense strategy''
If correct, he needs a very good lawyer, and would probably be well advised to accept a plea. Sad, since it was a sting, he has no fellow conspirators to offer up, just FBI agents.
Time will tell.
I’m not as smart as some here who already know he’s guilty.