Trump Revokes Biden’s Security Clearance and Intelligence Briefings
Former President **Donald Trump** has revoked **Joe Biden’s security clearance** and access to **intelligence briefings**, a privilege traditionally extended to **former U.S. presidents**.
Trump’s Justification for the Revocation
Trump justified the move by citing Biden’s **alleged cognitive decline**, referring to **the Hur Report’s findings** regarding Biden’s memory. He expressed concerns about **Biden’s ability to handle classified information safely**.
Trump made the announcement on **Truth Social**, stating:
“There is no need for Joe Biden to continue receiving access to classified information.”
He also took a direct jab at Biden, writing:
“JOE, YOU’RE FIRED.”
Political Tensions and Retaliatory Moves
This decision follows Biden’s **2021 revocation of Trump’s intelligence briefings**, citing his **“erratic behavior”** as a security risk.
Trump has also revoked **security clearances for former intelligence officials and government critics**, including:
- **Mark Milley**, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
- **Anthony Fauci**, former Chief Medical Advisor
What This Means Moving Forward
By cutting off Biden’s **classified intelligence access**, Trump has further intensified the political divide. The decision **raises questions about the tradition of extending security clearances to former presidents** and the potential **precedents it sets for future administrations**.
As **Trump and Biden prepare for a potential rematch in 2024**, this move will likely fuel further political controversy.
