The Pentagon revokes former U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information, saying he disclosed sensitive details about Air Force One’s capabilities to the media. Multiple outlets report the decision also removes his eligibility to hold sensitive positions.
The Pentagon attributes the action to an alleged unauthorized disclosure, citing “unauthorized disclosure of classified information regarding Air Force One’s capabilities” to a news outlet. Several reports describe the clearance revocation as effective immediately and quote a Pentagon spokesperson, Sean Parnell, as stating the Defense Department also withdraws Kendall’s ability to hold any sensitive position.
While coverage is broadly consistent, some outlets focus on Kendall’s prior role and the security-clearance impact, and others frame the issue more directly around the alleged Air Force One leak. Newsweek and other outlets also provide additional context on who Kendall is and why the revocation is drawing attention amid ongoing questions about classified information handling and government oversight.
