Biden’s Intelligence Briefings Halted by Trump
President Donald Trump has announced the revocation of former President Joe Biden’s security clearance, effectively terminating his access to classified information and daily intelligence briefings. This decision was communicated via Trump’s Truth Social platform, where he referenced a 2021 action by Biden that had similarly revoked Trump’s access to intelligence briefings following the January 6 Capitol attack.
In his statement, Trump cited a report by Justice Department Special Counsel Robert Hur, which raised concerns about Biden’s memory and competence. Hur’s investigation concluded that Biden would not face charges for retaining classified documents after his vice presidency, but it did highlight issues related to his cognitive abilities.
This move is part of a broader series of actions by President Trump targeting individuals he perceives as political adversaries. Other recent measures include the revocation of security protections for former officials such as John Bolton, Anthony Fauci, and Mike Pompeo. These steps underscore Trump’s commitment to addressing what he views as past misconduct within U.S. intelligence and other agencies.
