Pentagon Revokes Ex-Air Force Secretary’s Security Clearance
The Pentagon has revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall's access to classified information and barred him from sensitive positions, alleging he disclosed sensitive details about Air Force One's capabilities to the media. This action follows reports about security concerns…
Houston, TX, August 7, 2026 —
The Pentagon has revoked the security clearance of former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall, barring him from accessing classified information and holding sensitive positions. The action stems from allegations that Kendall disclosed sensitive details concerning the capabilities of Air Force One to the media.
The decision follows recent reports that raised security concerns about a new Air Force One aircraft. This development also recalls a previous incident where the Justice Department issued subpoenas to reporters from The New York Times. These subpoenas sought information regarding their sources for a news story that involved Kendall.
The specific sensitive details allegedly disclosed by Kendall were not detailed in the provided information. Similarly, the exact nature of the security concerns surrounding the new Air Force One aircraft was not specified. The timeline for when the alleged disclosure occurred and when the Pentagon initiated its review was also not provided.
The revocation of security access and barring from sensitive positions represents a significant action against a former high-ranking defense official. Such measures are typically taken when there are serious concerns about an individual’s handling of classified national security information.
Further details regarding the internal review process, the specific nature of the alleged disclosures, and the timeline of events leading to the Pentagon’s decision were not made available.
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