President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is revoking former President Joe Biden's access to classified information by revoking his security clearance and stopping his daily intelligence briefings. Trump made this decision based on Biden's previous actions in 2021, where Biden limited Trump's access to national security details after leaving office.
In a Truth Social post, Trump argued that Biden's actions set a precedent that he views as unfair. Trump also referenced the Hur Report, which highlighted concerns about Biden's handling of classified information, although it did not charge him with a crime.
Trump emphasized his commitment to prioritizing national security and humorously declared, 'Joe, you're fired,' echoing his famous slogan, 'Make America Great Again.'
Former President Biden had previously excluded Trump from receiving intelligence briefings, citing concerns over his 'erratic behavior' before the January 6 Capitol attack. This move marked the first instance of a former president being denied intelligence briefings, which are typically provided as a courtesy and for guidance in critical situations.
While former presidents do not hold security clearances unless they had one from a previous role, they retain access to classified information. Trump's decision to revoke Biden's security clearance raises questions about its practical implications.
Although Trump can prevent Biden from receiving daily intelligence briefings, the extent of revoking his security clearance remains uncertain. As the situation unfolds, it underscores the ongoing tensions between the current and former administrations regarding access to sensitive national security information.
