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Judge Restores Attorney Zaid's Security Clearance Amid Controversy

1/14/2026

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Attorney Mark Zaid's security clearance, revoked in March by the Trump administration, has been restored after a federal judge ruled revocation improper.
Zaid argued the revocation was politically motivated and hindered his ability to represent clients, including a whistleblower in Trump's first impeachment.
Zaid said he was confused by his inclusion on the list of individuals denied access to classified information and questioned rationale.
The White House has not commented.

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Attorney Mark Zaid's security clearance, revoked in March by the Trump administration, has been restored after a federal judge ruled revocation improper.
Zaid argued the revocation was politically motivated and hindered his ability to represent clients, including a whistleblower in Trump's first impeachment.
Zaid said he was confused by his inclusion on the list of individuals denied access to classified information and questioned rationale.
The White House has not commented.