Trump Revokes Security Clearance of Former CIA Director John Brennon The former Obama-era CIA Director has been an outspoken critic of President Donald Trump. He recently referred to Trump's conduct at a joint press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin as "nothing short of treasonous." Sarah Sanders, White House press secretary, via <br />'The Boston Globe' According to 'The Boston Globe,' stripping the security clearance of an official because of public criticism is unprecedented. White House press secretary <br />Sarah Sanders said Those under review include Neither Comey nor McCabe currently retain their security clearances. Traditionally, former top national security officials retain their clearances for a period of time in order to serve as advisors to their successors.
