A United States Army officer has been charged with using classified information to place bets worth $400,000 on the potential removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, according to court documents.

The soldier is scheduled to appear in court to face charges related to the alleged gambling scheme that involved leveraging access to sensitive government information for financial gain.

According to the charges, the officer allegedly used classified intelligence about Venezuelan political developments to inform betting decisions regarding Maduro's potential departure from office. The scheme reportedly netted significant winnings totaling $400,000.

Investigations have revealed that the accused officer maintains interests outside of military service, including real estate investments and operates short-term rental properties that have received positive reviews on platforms like Airbnb.

The case highlights concerns about the potential misuse of classified information by military personnel who have access to sensitive intelligence. The charges represent a serious breach of military regulations and federal law governing the handling of classified materials.

The military justice system will now proceed with the case as the officer faces potential criminal penalties for the alleged misuse of classified information for personal financial benefit.