In a surprising move, former U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearances of several key aides associated with President Joe Biden. According to reports from multiple U.S. media outlets, including the New York Post, Trump cited concerns over their access to classified information.
Trump specifically targeted former Secretary of State Antony Blinken, labeling him a \"bad guy\" and stating, \"Take away his passes.\" This action means Blinken can no longer access sensitive government information or enter federal facilities.
Beyond Blinken, Trump has extended this revocation to seven other Democrats, including Jake Sullivan, Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, and Lisa Monaco. These individuals have all been involved in various investigations related to Trump in the past.
Trump’s actions follow his decision last Friday to strip Biden of his own security clearances and discontinue his daily intelligence briefings. He justified these decisions by pointing to Biden's actions in 2021, where Biden allegedly set a precedent by restricting Trump’s access to national security details due to concerns over his \"erratic behavior\" and the potential for disclosing sensitive information.
These developments mark a significant escalation in the ongoing political tensions between Trump and Biden, raising questions about the implications for national security and political discourse in the United States.
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