Top U.S. Lawmaker Warns of "Serious National Security Threat"

A leading U.S. congressman issued a stark public warning about a new and serious national security threat on Sunday. Representative Mike Turner, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, made the statement. He urged the Biden administration to declassify related information so America and its allies can openly discuss the danger. Turner did not give specific details about the threat in his televised interview. He said all members of Congress have been given access to the intelligence in a secure facility. The Ohio Republican said his committee "has gone so far as to have information made available to all members of Congress." He emphasized the gravity of the situation by calling it a "serious national security threat." The White House has scheduled a briefing for key congressional leaders. Turner said he expects the administration to take action following that meeting. This public alert from a senior intelligence official is unusual. It increases pressure on the White House to address the concern directly.