NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade
Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall sues to restore security clearance
Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall announced he will file a lawsuit against the Trump administration to regain his security clearance. The administration revoked the clearance on Friday, citing allegations that Kendall disclosed sensitive information regarding a jet gifted by Qatar that is currently serving as Air Force One.
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The revocation of a impacts a former official's ability to access classified information and participate in government-related advisory roles.
Key Facts
- Frank Kendall is a former Air Force Secretary.
- The Trump administration revoked Frank Kendall's security clearance on Friday.
- The administration alleges Kendall disclosed sensitive information about a Qatari-gifted jet.
- The jet in question is currently serving as Air Force One.
- Kendall announced on Monday his intent to sue the administration to restore his clearance.
Who's Mentioned
personLisa Monaco“Former Deputy Attorney General.”locationQatar“The nation that gifted the jet currently serving as Air Force One.”personMark Zaid“National security attorney representing Frank Kendall.”organizationTrump administration“The administration that revoked the security clearance.”personLetitia James“New York State Attorney General.”other14“Number of people named in a previous executive order.”personJoe Biden“Former President of the United States.”other37“Number of officials whose clearances were revoked in August 2025.”otherAir Force One“The aircraft involved in the disclosure allegations.”personFrank Kendall“Former Air Force Secretary who plans to sue the administration.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States.”