A Virginia judge ruled that David Rush, a former CIA operative accused of stealing $40 million in gold bars, must remain in solitary confinement pending trial. During a detention hearing, Magistrate Judge William Fitzpatrick expressed concerns that Rush poses a flight risk due to his resources and motives. The prosecution presented evidence of over 300 gold bars, approximately $2 million in cash, and luxury watches discovered in Rush's home on May 18, leading to his arrest the following day. Assistant U.S. Attorney Gavin Tisdale characterized Rush as a "master manipulator," citing his false claims of being a Navy pilot. The defense countered that Rush did not attempt to flee when he learned of the investigation and had stored the gold bars properly. Judge Fitzpatrick indicated that Rush's lawyers could request a new hearing if they present new evidence for his release. An FBI affidavit revealed that Rush had requested significant amounts of foreign currency and gold bars for work-related expenses, raising questions about his intentions for the funds, some of which were found in a storage space near his office. The FBI concluded that Rush knowingly embezzled government property for personal gain.