Trump Revokes Security Clearances From Biden, Prosecutors, and Former Officials

The move targets political opponents and former officials, citing lack of respect and alleged partisanship.

President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearances of eight individuals, including former President Joe Biden, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
Trump justified the decision by claiming these individuals were untrustworthy or involved in politically motivated actions against him during his presidency and campaigns.
The revocations also include former Secretary of State Antony Blinken and former National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, among others, citing alleged partisanship and past investigations.
Critics, including some of the affected individuals, have described the move as retaliatory and symbolic, with limited practical consequences but significant political implications.
This action follows Biden's 2021 decision to revoke Trump’s own security clearance, which Trump referenced as setting a precedent for his actions.