The US Department of War has revoked the eligibility of former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall to access classified information, citing an unauthorized disclosure involving Air Force One's capabilities.
According to a statement by Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell on social media platform X, the revocation took effect immediately and also bars Kendall from holding any sensitive position. The action follows Kendall's alleged disclosure of classified information regarding the plane's capabilities to a media outlet.
Safeguarding classified information is seen as a critical duty within the Department of War. Those who violate this trust are considered to have forfeited their privilege of access and any role requiring it, according to Parnell.
Kendall served as secretary of the Air Force under former President Joe Biden. The revocation of his eligibility for access to classified information is a significant development in his career.
The Department of War has not provided further details on the circumstances surrounding Kendall's disclosure or the specific actions he took that led to the revocation of his clearance.
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