The Trump administration revoked security clearances for 37 individuals, claiming they politicized and weaponized intelligence for partisan purposes. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard accused them of abusing public trust and leaking classified information. The specific violations leading to clearances being revoked were not detailed. The individuals affected include both well-known figures, like election security official Shelby Pierson, and lesser-known staff. Some experts criticized the revocations as potentially unlawful and retaliatory, impacting the affected individuals' professional lives without prior notification.
The administration of United States President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearances of 37 people it accused of politicising or weaponising intelligence for partisan aims.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard stated that the group had abused public trust by politicizing intelligence, leaking classified information, and committing violations of tradecraft standards.
Security clearances are rarely revoked, and the names of those revoked are not typically publicized, including both senior officials and lesser-known staff.
Mark Zaid stated the revocations could be considered unlawful and unconstitutional, describing them as retaliatory actions that impact the careers and lives of individuals.
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