Trump doles out security clearances to
unvetted officials
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lDonald Trump is granting security clearances to new White House officials before they have completed the vetting process, according to reports.
The US President claimed he was forced to issue temporary, six-month clearances because of a backlog left by his predecessor, Joe Biden.
However, critics warned that the move could prompt the US’ allies to limit the intelligence they share over fears about unvetted officials putting their sources in danger.
One former official told CNN that skipping the security clearance process was “stupid”, adding: “It’s such a dangerous thing.”
The FBI is working to clear hundreds of applications, which figures briefed on the matter told the broadcaster that it was partly caused by the Trump transition team dragging their feet before giving it the green light to start work.