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Jill Kelley Files Suit Against Feds Over Petraeus Scandal

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Jill Kelley Files Suit Against Feds Over Petraeus Scandal

June 4, 2013 • Kelley alleges that the government violated her privacy by searching her private emails and disclosing information to the media. Kelley's complaints to the FBI sparked the investigation that eventually led to the resignation of CIA chief David Petraeus.

Petraeus Apologizes, Says Fall From Grace Was 'My Own Doing'

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Petraeus Apologizes, Says Fall From Grace Was 'My Own Doing'

March 27, 2013 • The former CIA director stepped out of the shadows to express "how deeply I regret — and apologize for — the circumstances that led to my resignation from the CIA and caused such pain for my family, friends and supporters." An extramarital affair led to his resignation.

Gen. John Allen, Recent Top Commander In Afghanistan, Is Retiring

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Gen. John Allen, Recent Top Commander In Afghanistan, Is Retiring

February 19, 2013 • He had been on track to be the top NATO commander in Europe. But the White House says Allen needs to "address health issues within his family." Allen was recently cleared of wrongdoing related to email messages he exchanged with a Florida woman.

White House Will Move Forward With Gen. John Allen NATO Nomination

January 23, 2013 • Allen's nomination was put on hold after he was entangled in the extramarital affair scandal that led to the resignation of CIA Chief David Petraeus.

Gen. John Allen Cleared In Inquiry Stemming From Petraeus Scandal

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Gen. John Allen Cleared In Inquiry Stemming From Petraeus Scandal

January 22, 2013 • Allen was implicated in the scandal when an investigation found potentially inappropriate emails sent by Allen. The investigation by the Inspector General found the allegations were "unsubstantiated."

Petraeus Affair: Jill Kelley Says She And Paula Broadwell Weren't 'Romantic Rivals'

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Petraeus Affair: Jill Kelley Says She And Paula Broadwell Weren't 'Romantic Rivals'

January 22, 2013 • When the FBI looked into threatening emails Kelley had received, the investigation led to the uncovering of then-CIA Director Petraeus' affair with Broadwell. Kelley has now spoken publicly for the first time, to The Daily Beast.

No Federal 'Cyberstalking' Charges Against Woman In Petraeus Affair

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No Federal 'Cyberstalking' Charges Against Woman In Petraeus Affair

December 18, 2012 • Paula Broadwell, whose affair with retired Gen. David Petraeus led to his resignation from the post of CIA director, will not face federal charges related to the alleged cyberstalking of another woman, according to a letter sent by the Justice Department to Broadwell's attorney.

General Allen Says He Will 'Fully Cooperate' With Investigation

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General Allen Says He Will 'Fully Cooperate' With Investigation

November 14, 2012 • Through a lawyer, Allen, who is ensnared in the sex scandal that forced the resignation of the CIA chief, said he hopes to answer questions "as completely and quickly as possible."

Should Petraeus Scandal Be A Big Topic At Obama's News Conference Today?

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Should Petraeus Scandal Be A Big Topic At Obama's News Conference Today?

November 14, 2012 • A week ago, the affair that led to the CIA director's resignation wasn't a story. Now, it's almost surely to be a subject at the president's first post-election news conference. Should it be?

Panetta: Don't Leap To Conclusions About Gen. Allen

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Panetta: Don't Leap To Conclusions About Gen. Allen

November 14, 2012 • The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan has been caught up in the scandal surrounding former CIA Director David Petraeus. But the Pentagon chief cautioned today that Allen may not have done anything inappropriate.

Journalist Tom Ricks talks with NPR's Steve Inskeep on 'Morning Edition'

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Second General Getting Snared In Petraeus Scandal Is 'Mind-Boggling'

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Second General Getting Snared In Petraeus Scandal Is 'Mind-Boggling'

November 13, 2012 • The stunning resignation of CIA Director David Petraeus, a retired 4-star general, has been followed by an investigation into potentially inappropriate communications between Gen. John Allen and a woman in Tampa.

Petraeus Affair Widens: Who's Who & What's What? Here's A Guide

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Petraeus Affair Widens: Who's Who & What's What? Here's A Guide

November 13, 2012 • The investigation into the former CIA director's extramarital affair has now ensnared the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan. Investigators found thousands of communications between Gen. John Allen and a Tampa woman. He says they were not inappropriate. The sordid story is getting confusing.

Woman In Petraeus Affair Spoke About Having Access To Classified Information

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Woman In Petraeus Affair Spoke About Having Access To Classified Information

November 12, 2012 • Paula Broadwell wrote a biography of Petraeus. She is also a major in the Army Reserve who focuses on counterterrorism issues and has access to some secret information. Broadwell and Petraeus have reportedly told investigators he did not give her any classified information.

Petraeus Affair: Lawmakers Want To Know Why They Weren't Told

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Petraeus Affair: Lawmakers Want To Know Why They Weren't Told

November 12, 2012 • While FBI agents reportedly uncovered the CIA director's extramarital affair during the summer, no one outside the Justice Department was told until he resigned on Friday. Investigators did not think the affair had compromised national security, news outlets report.

Tom Gjelten reporting on 'Morning Edition'

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CIA Director Petraeus Resigns, Citing Extramarital Affair

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CIA Director Petraeus Resigns, Citing Extramarital Affair

November 9, 2012 • Petraeus has been married for 37 years and said "such behavior is unacceptable." Petraeus retired from the Army as a four-star general to become the CIA chief in September of 2011.

CIA Director Petraeus Resigns, Citing Extramarital Affair

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