Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall has security clearance revoked over Air Force One disclosure
The Pentagon said the move follows an allegation that Kendall shared classified Air Force One information with a media outlet, amid broader leak concerns.
- On Friday, the Department of Defense revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall's security clearance, barring him from sensitive Pentagon roles following an alleged unauthorized disclosure regarding Air Force One capabilities.
- Kendall previously told The New York Times that the Qatari-gifted Air Force One lacked "all the normal Air Force One modifications," expressing surprise at its international use.
- "Safeguarding classified information is a non-negotiable duty," Chief Pentagon Spokesperson Sean Parnell said, noting violators forfeit access to sensitive programs and roles.
- After subpoenaing The New York Times reporters over Air Force One coverage, the Justice Department withdrew the subpoenas last month following criticism for sloppy legal work.
- The Trump administration revoked clearances for 37 officials last year, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth pulled clearance for Gen. Mark Milley, with such actions often accompanying Espionage Act referrals.
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Pentagon revokes security clearance of former Air Force chief for disclosing "classified information regarding Air Force One's capabilities"
The Pentagon alleged that former U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall disclosed sensitive information about Air Force One's capabilities to the media.
Pentagon strips Frank Kendall clearance over Air Force One leak claim
The Pentagon revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall's clearance over alleged disclosures about Air Force One. The move sharpens scrutiny of the new aircraft's security gaps and the administration's response to press reporting.
Pentagon revokes former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendalls security clearance over alleged classified Air Force One disclosure: Sean Parnell - The Tribune
"Effective immediately, the Department of War has REVOKED former Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall's eligibility for access to classified information and his ability to hold any sensitive position. This action follows his unauthorized disclosure of classified information regarding Air Force One's capabilities to a media outlet," Parnell said.
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