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Trump revokes Biden's security clearances, cites 'poor memory' and national security concerns


Published on 2025-02-08 19:20:38 - MSN
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  • The White House announced on its X account that it is revoking President Joe Biden's security clearances and halting his daily intelligence briefings, citing concerns over his ability to handle sensitive information.

The article from MSN discusses former President Donald Trump's decision to revoke President Joe Biden's security clearances, citing concerns over Biden's memory and national security. Trump's action was based on a report by Special Counsel Robert Hur, which described Biden as having a "poor memory," potentially compromising his ability to handle classified information securely. Trump argued that this decision was necessary to protect national security, emphasizing that individuals with access to sensitive information must be fully capable of safeguarding it. The move has sparked significant controversy, with critics arguing it's politically motivated, especially given the timing and the context of ongoing political tensions between Trump and Biden. Legal and political analysts are debating the implications of this unprecedented step, questioning both its legality and its impact on the political landscape.

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