
President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearances of former National Security Advisor John Bolton, former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, and former CIA Director John Brennan, citing their roles in undermining his administration and targeting conservatives. The executive order, signed shortly after Trump’s inauguration, is part of his broader effort to dismantle the influence of Deep State operatives within the intelligence community.
According to the executive order, Bolton’s 2019 memoir contained classified information that posed a threat to national security. Trump’s administration argued that Bolton and other former officials have abused their access to sensitive materials to advance their own political and financial interests at the expense of the American people.
Trump’s supporters have welcomed the decision, viewing it as a necessary step in protecting the nation from those who used their positions to promote false narratives. The move follows widespread concerns that intelligence agencies were weaponized against conservatives, including efforts to discredit Trump’s presidency and policies.
This is one of the best moves ever. I’m thrilled that Clapper and Bolton have had the security clearances revoked. They should have been revoked years ago. When someone no longer works in a position that requires clearance, their clearance should be revoked automatically. https://t.co/lf3NVOx0wx
— Bradley Lee (@Brad31828) January 22, 2025
In addition to Bolton, Clapper, and Brennan, the executive order also revokes the clearances of 50 former intelligence officials who falsely claimed Hunter Biden’s laptop was Russian disinformation in 2020. These individuals include high-ranking figures who served under previous administrations and played key roles in shaping national security policies.
Vindman, Brennan, Clapper, Comey, McCabe, Weissman and Stroek was one of the most destructive people to ever hold office.
At least now like Bolton his TS+ security clearance will end – and any security Biden provided will also end.
Vindman is now rightly impotent.
— BTR (@BTR795614867149) January 22, 2025
Good morning, patriots. I know there is still much winning ahead, and today is going to be another long day, but pause for just a moment to bask in the glow and remember this: John Bolton, John Brennan, & James Clapper do not have security clearances any longer. What a great day! pic.twitter.com/BN2k9oEMam
— Attas (@TxRecon1) January 21, 2025
Bolton, in response to the revocation, expressed disappointment and revealed that his Secret Service protection was also terminated. He accused Trump of political retaliation, but the administration maintains that those who misuse their positions should no longer have access to classified information.
Trump didn’t just nuke the security clearances of every corrupt intel agent who signed the fraudulent Hunter Biden laptop letter.
He also specifically eliminated John Bolton’s security clearance. pic.twitter.com/fBo7hfezgq
— Sean Davis (@seanmdav) January 21, 2025
Jim Clapper, Leon Panetta, John Brennan and John Bolton among the 51 Intelligence Community members whom @POTUS stripped of any federal security clearance with this EO:https://t.co/7oevreJujl
— Dr. Tony Gray (@huded) January 21, 2025
The Spies Who lied.
⛔️ Denied ⛔️Security Clearance of the 51 National Security Officials Has been Pulled.
🚫You are Revoked🚫Also Included
🚫James Clapper Jr.
🚫Michael Hayden,
🚫John Brennan,
🚫Leon Panetta,
🚫John Bolton. https://t.co/jeDJsIu3mQ #FoxNews— Jim DaBink (@JimDaBink) January 21, 2025
Trump’s latest actions are part of his broader strategy to reform national security operations and prevent further leaks and political interference. Additional executive orders signed include initiatives to boost domestic energy production and reduce federal overreach.