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 in a sweeping effort to eliminate Deep State interference. The executive order, issued after Trump’s inauguration, aims to cut off former officials who have used their influence to undermine his presidency and conservative values.

The administration pointed to Bolton’s controversial 2019 memoir, which was deemed to contain classified information. The order highlights concerns that Bolton and other former officials have leveraged their access to sensitive materials to advance political agendas at the expense of national security.

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 They should have been revoked years ago.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

Trump’s supporters have hailed the move as a crucial step in protecting the country from individuals they believe have abused their positions for personal and political gain. The action is seen as a strong message that those who betray national interests will no longer be granted special privileges.

The order also includes 50 former intelligence officials who signed a 2020 letter dismissing the Hunter Biden laptop story as Russian disinformation. These individuals, including high-ranking figures from previous administrations, are accused of misleading the American people and using their influence to shape political narratives.

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 criticized the decision, saying it was a politically motivated attack against him. He also confirmed that his Secret Service protection had been revoked. Despite his objections, Trump remains firm in his stance, arguing that national security should not be compromised by those who have acted against his administration.

https://.twitter.com/seanmdav/status/1881546315194347815

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

The security clearance revocations are part of Trump’s broader strategy to reform the federal government and eliminate entrenched bureaucratic influence. Additional executive actions include measures to strengthen border security and roll back burdensome federal regulations.