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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 8, 2026Miami-Dade

Pentagon revokes former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s security clearance

The Pentagon has revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall's eligibility to access classified information and prohibited him from holding sensitive government positions. The action follows allegations that Kendall disclosed sensitive details regarding Air Force One's capabilities to the media.

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Why It Matters

This action removes a former high-ranking official's ability to handle classified national security information and disqualifies him from future sensitive government roles.

Key Facts

  • The Pentagon revoked Frank Kendall's eligibility to access classified information.
  • Frank Kendall is barred from holding any sensitive government position.
  • The Pentagon alleges Kendall disclosed sensitive information about Air Force One's capabilities to the media.
  • The action was announced on Friday.

Who's Mentioned

organizationPentagon“The government body that revoked the clearance.”personJoe Biden“Former President under whom Kendall served.”personMark Milley“Retired Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman.”other747“Model of the aircraft gifted by Qatar.”personSean Parnell“Chief Pentagon spokesman.”personPete Hegseth“Defense Secretary.”other37“Number of officials whose clearances were revoked last year.”personFrank Kendall“Former Air Force Secretary whose security clearance was revoked.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States.”