President Trump recently decided to cut off Joe Biden's access to daily secret intelligence information. This move signifies a major shift in the White House's approach to previous leaders. It all started when Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.

    Trump said “There is no need for Joe Biden to continue receiving access to classified information. ” He wanted revenge on Biden for canceling his access to daily intelligence briefings. This was the first time a sitting president has done this. Trump also wrote a comment "JOE, YOU’RE FIRED", referencing his old TV show The Apprentice.

    Now, let's step back and consider the bigger picture. Historically, it's been a standard practice for outgoing presidents to grant security clearances to their successors. This ensures that former leaders stay informed about some domestic and international issues. The recent action by President Trump disrupts this tradition. What does this mean for future presidents? Will this back-and-forth become a norm?

    Critics argue that this decision is purely retaliatory. Andrew Bates, a former White House spokesperson during Biden's presidency, questioned Trump's priorities. He remarked that “So, this is Trump’s plan for cheaper eggs? After breaking his top campaign promise to lower costs, he’s instead busy cutting taxes for billionaires and targeting Americans who disagree with his agenda. ” Andrew believes Trump's actions are more focused on targeting his political opponents than improving the lives of everyday Americans.  He also said it was like Trump is working for Elon Musk, not the American people for his actions.

    Let's not forget that this isn't the first time Trump has used this approach. He has already revoked the security clearances of more than 50 former intelligence officials. Trump accused them of tampering with the 2020 election. Biden was the winner of that election. Trump made a point to say that "Biden set this precedent in 2021, when he instructed the Intelligence Community (IC) to stop the 45th President of the United States (ME! ) from accessing details on National Security. " He also mentioned Biden "could not be trusted with sensitive information. "

    Biden's retort was swift and to the point. He declared that Trump couldn't be trusted because of his "erratic behavior. " For most of the recent timeline, Biden has kept a low profile. He stepped away from the presidential election in 2024.

    Even without the constant spotlight, Trump's actions have left many wondering what this means for the future. With Biden out of the picture, Vice President Kamala Harris has taken over. The big question remains: will the White House continue to deny access to former leaders? The story is still unfolding, and only time will tell.

Trump Cuts Biden's Access to Intelligence

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