Security Clearances in the White House

SOURCE www.notus.org
Donald Trump is handing out temporary top secret security clearances to White House staff without background checks, which experts say could pose a major national security risk. Republican senators are shrugging off the potential dangers, citing a backlog hindering the White House's function.

Key Points

  • Trump is granting temporary top secret security clearances without background checks
  • Experts warn of major national security risk
  • Republican senators are downplaying the dangers