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Wednesday, May 20, 2026

President Trump Cancels Security Clearances for Notable Political Figures.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are among those impacted.
President Donald Trump has released a memorandum that revokes the security clearances of several prominent political figures, including former Vice President Kamala Harris and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

This decision also affects other individuals, such as former President Joe Biden and his family, former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, former Secretary of State Antony Blinken, former Representatives Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.

The memorandum, which was made public late Friday, asserts that it is no longer in the national interest for these individuals to have access to classified information.

Typically, former presidents and high-ranking officials keep their security clearances to offer advice on national security issues.

This action marks a notable shift from longstanding practices.

The revocations also encompass access to secure government facilities.

This decision comes on the heels of a similar move in 2021 when President Biden prevented Trump from receiving intelligence briefings, expressing concerns regarding his conduct.

The current revocations have prompted inquiries about the potential consequences for the affected individuals and the precedent established for future administrations.
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