
DHS responds after reports CISA chief allegedly failed polygraph for classified intel access
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Acting CISA Director Madhu Gottumukkala allegedly failed polygraph test, prompting Department of Homeland Security to suspend six cybersecurity officials.
Greg Wehner is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital.
The outlet said its reporting was based on interviews with four former and eight current cybersecurity officials, including multiple Trump administration appointees who worked with Gottumukkala or had knowledge of the polygraph examination and the events that followed. All 12 were granted anonymity over concerns about retaliation, according to Politico. Story tips and ideas can be sent to Greg.Wehner@Fox.com and on Twitter @GregWehner.
DHS pushed back on the reporting, saying the polygraph at issue was not authorized and that disciplinary action against career staff complied with department policy.













