In Video: Trump revokes security clearances for Biden, Harris and Hillary Clinton
Breaking News: President Trump Revokes Access to Classified Information for Political Rivals
In a surprise move, President Donald Trump has revoked access to classified information for several high-ranking officials from the previous administration, including former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former Vice President Kamala Harris. This decision comes as a shock to many, especially given that President Trump had previously suggested that he would not take actions that would harm his political opponents.
What’s Behind the President’s Decision?
According to sources close to the White House, the decision to revoke access to classified information was made after a thorough review of the security clearances held by the individuals in question. The review reportedly found that it was no longer in the national interest to maintain the level of access to classified information held by these individuals, given their current roles and affiliations.
This move is seen as part of a larger trend by the Trump Administration to restrict the flow of information and limit the access of certain individuals to classified information. Prior to this announcement, President Trump had already revoked the security clearances of dozens of former US National Security officials and officials from the Biden Administration.
Consequences for Legal Immigrants
In another surprise move, the administration has announced that it will be ending a program that granted temporary legal status to individuals from Haiti, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba. The PEARL program, which was started by the Biden Administration, allowed individuals to come to the US to work for up to two years, provided they went through background checks and had the support of sponsors.
This decision affects over half a million individuals who had been granted temporary legal status under the program. While the exact reasons for the end of the program are not yet clear, immigration advocates are already expressing concerns about the impact this will have on these individuals and their families.
What’s Next?
The decision to revoke access to classified information and end the PEARL program has left many in the political and legal communities reeling. The Trump Administration has yet to provide further clarification on the reasons behind these moves, but it is clear that the implications will be far-reaching.
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