The U.S.Department of War has revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s eligibility to access classified information over what the department says was an unauthorized disclosure involving Air Force One’s capabilities.Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell announced the move Friday on X, saying it took effect immediately and also bars Kendall from holding any sensitive position."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.Safeguarding classified information is a non-negotiable duty.
Those who violate that trust forfeit the privilege of access and any role requiring it."US AIR FORCE SECRETARY KENDALL FLIES IN COCKPIT OF PLANE CONTROLLED BY AIFormer Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall had his eligibility to access classified information revoked on Friday.(Drew Angerer/Getty Images, File)Kendall served as secretary of the Air Force under former President Joe Biden.CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APPThis is a developing story; check back later for updates. Brittany Miller is a Fox News Digital breaking news writer and former Independent reporter who graduated from Syracuse University in 2023.Get the latest updates on the Trump administration and Congress, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.By entering your email and clicking the Subscribe button, you agree to the Fox News Privacy Policy and Terms of Use , and agree to receive content and promotional communications from Fox News.
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