It is not clear what evidence the authorities have that John Bolton mishandled classified information, but President Trump’s efforts to punish rivals immediately stoked questions about the investigation.

It is not clear what evidence the authorities have that John Bolton mishandled classified information, but President Trump’s efforts to punish rivals immediately stoked questions…

The recent F.B.I. raid on John Bolton’s home makes clear that President Trump is perverting the justice system to intimidate his critics.

An investigation seeks to determine whether Mr. Bolton illegally shared or possessed classified information, according to two people familiar with the case.

If the F.B.I. is seen as a tool of retribution, it will come at the expense of its effectiveness in the long run.