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Trump's Security Clearance Move Backfires Amid Criticism

3/23/2025

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Donald Trump's bid to strip security clearances from political rivals has blown up in his face. Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger pointed out that Trump had no authority to revoke his clearance, while Alexander Vindman ridiculed Trump for not holding a clearance in five years. Their responses underscore a disturbing misuse of power in Trump's actions.

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Donald Trump's bid to strip security clearances from political rivals has blown up in his face. Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger pointed out that Trump had no authority to revoke his clearance, while Alexander Vindman ridiculed Trump for not holding a clearance in five years. Their responses underscore a disturbing misuse of power in Trump's actions.