Why is that important?
Trump, who defeated Clinton in the 2016 presidential election and won last year with Harris, justified his decision by saying: “I have established that it is no longer in the national interest for the following persons to have access to classified information”.
Reuters stresses that "although withdrawals may not have immediate effects, it is another sign of a increasing political divided in Washington, as Trump seeks revenge on his alleged enemies".
Who lost access to classified information?
In addition to Harris and Clinton, erstwhile Republican associate of the home of Representatives Liz Cheney, known for Trump's harsh criticism, erstwhile national safety advisor Jake Sullivan and Fiona Hill, a Russian expert who served on the National safety Council.
Trump broke the tradition. What is it?
In the past, Trump has besides revoked access to intelligence to his predecessor, Joe Biden, thus violating the tradition that erstwhile presidents receive regular intelligence briefings to advise incumbent leaders on national safety issues. In 2021, after taking office, Biden besides revoked Trump's safety clearance.
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