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Trump revokes security clearance for Harris, Clinton, and critics

US President Donald Trump revoked security clearances from his previously defeated Democratic election rivals, Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton, as well as a number of other former officials and critics.

Trump said in February he was revoking security clearance for his predecessor Joe Biden. His order confirmed that decision, adding that he was also revoking the security clearance of "any other member" of the Biden family.

"I have determined that it is no longer in the national interest for the following individuals to access classified information," Trump's memorandum read.

Former US presidents and top security officials usually keep their security clearance as a courtesy.

Trump ordered department and agency leaders to "revoke unescorted access to secure United States government facilities for these individuals."

"This action includes, but is not limited to, receipt of classified briefings, such as the President's Daily Brief, and access to classified information held by any member of the intelligence community by virtue of the named individuals' previous tenure in the Congress," the order stated.

For several named figures, the loss of access to classified material and spaces will have a more symbolic impact.

It may limit the materials they are able to review, or restrict access to some government buildings or secure facilities.
The lawyers and prosecutors named by Trump, however, could potentially face roadblocks in accessing or reviewing information for their cases or clients.

Trump's revocations focus on top Biden administration officials, as well as prominent political critics and attorneys who have challenged Trump or his allies in court.

Biden's secretary of state Antony Blinken, national security advisor Jake Sullivan, and deputy attorney general Lisa Monaco all lost their clearances.

Trump also targeted two of his own former officials from his first term: Fiona Hill and Alexander Vindman, who testified during his first impeachment trial that began in 2019.

Trump also revoked access for high-profile Republican critics, former Representatives Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger.

Trump's legal targets went beyond elected prosecutors. He withdrew security clearance for Norm Eisen, an attorney leading multiple lawsuits against the Trump administration's efforts to reduce the federal workforce.

Andrew Weissmann, a former federal prosecutor who joined an investigation of Trump during his first term and later provided media commentary about the hush money trial, also lost his clearance.

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Does that mean we can 1789 MAGA in a few years?
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My gigantic law firm has a town hall tomorrow about the EOs targeting law firms.
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Speaking of EOs targeting law firms. Call it what it is, Facism.

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I had two Maga tales to write out, but that doesn't seem to matter now. Can I say the most shocking part about this whole security leak thing? Personally, I'm surprised that everyone is so mad about THIS one. I mean, its bad, but I shrugged this one off. I'm legit surprised this is getting this much traction on the mainstream media and people on the right are also really pissed about it. Am I the numb one?
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Simmsy wrote: Tue Mar 25, 2025 4:23 pm
I had two Maga tales to write out, but that doesn't seem to matter now. Can I say the most shocking part about this whole security leak thing? Personally, I'm surprised that everyone is so mad about THIS one. I mean, its bad, but I shrugged this one off. I'm legit surprised this is getting this much traction on the mainstream media and people on the right are also really pissed about it. Am I the numb one?
But. Her. Emails.
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So when is the last time his Orangeness has even mentioned his healthcare plan?
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