Ashley J. Tellis, a senior US scholar on India and adviser to multiple administrations, has been placed on administrative leave following his arrest and charges for allegedly retaining classified national defense documents.

“We are aware of the allegations against Ashley J. Tellis. He is now on administrative leave, including from his role as Tata Chair for Strategic Affairs,” said Katelynn Vogt, Vice President for Communications at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

“The charges as alleged in this case represent a grave risk to the safety and security of our citizens,” said Lindsey Halligan, US attorney for Virginia’s Eastern District.

The criminal affidavit notes that Tellis entered the State Department on September 25, where he served as an unpaid advisor, and was seen p

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