Trump, intelligence officials clash over 'golden ticket' security clearances

Critics charge person's resume and life experience are far more valuable than 'top secret' access

President Trump revoked the clearance of former CIA Director John O. Brennan after a string of public remarks, including one calling the president’s behavior treasonous. (Associated Press) more >

By Ben Wolfgang and Guy Taylor - The Washington Times - Thursday, August 23, 2018

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Trump, intelligence officials clash over ‘golden ticket’ security clearances Led by President Trump, critics have zeroed in on the proliferation of security clearances and cast them as "golden tickets" ... more