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Trump Administration Revokes Security Clearances for Biden, Harris, Clinton, and Other Critics

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard confirms revocations for over 50 individuals following President Trump's directive, citing national interest.

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U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris attend a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier after the 59th Presidential Inauguration ceremony at the U.S. Capitol, as former U.S. President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, and former U.S. President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton look on, January 20, 2021 in Arlington, Virginia. During today's inauguration ceremony Joe Biden becomes the 46th president of the United States. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Tulsi Gabbard, under President Trump's directive, revoked security clearances for prominent political figures, including Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and Hillary Clinton.
  • The revocations also targeted Republican critics Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, as well as Fiona Hill and Alexander Vindman, both of whom testified during Trump's impeachment proceedings.
  • A White House memo stated the decision was based on national interest, ending classified access for individuals linked to investigations or criticism of Trump.
  • The President's Daily Brief is no longer being provided to former President Joe Biden, marking a significant shift in intelligence access norms.
  • Critics argue the move is politically motivated and undermines nonpartisan governance, while supporters claim it addresses perceived past abuses of power.