Michael Hayden says he, too, would be honored if Trump revoked his security clearance
Source: CNN
By Maegan Vazquez, CNN
Updated 12:33 PM ET, Sun August 19, 2018
Washington (CNN)Former CIA and National Security Agency Director Michael Hayden said Sunday that he'd be fine with having his security clearance revoked, as President Donald Trump threatened to do to him and other former intelligence officials who have been critical of the President.
Hayden made the comment on CNN's "State of the Union" when asked about a recent op-ed from retired Adm. William McRaven, who oversaw the 2011 Navy SEAL raid that killed Osama bin Laden. In his piece, McRaven issued a stunning rebuke of Trump's decision to revoke the security clearance of former CIA Director John Brennan, whom the former naval officer called "a man of unparalleled integrity." He added that he "would consider it an honor" if Trump also took away his clearance "so I can add my name to the list of men and women who have spoken up against your presidency."
Asked by CNN's Jake Tapper if he too would be honored to lose his security clearance, Hayden said, "Well, to be included in that group? Sure."
"And frankly, if his not revoking my clearance gave the impression that I somehow moved my commentary in a direction more acceptable to the White House, I would find that very disappointing and frankly unacceptable," Hayden, a frequent critic of Trump, added.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2018/08/19/politics/intelligence-chiefs-michael-hayden-john-brennan-cnntv/index.html
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He has respect for our country and self respect...the fucking moron has neither. RESIST!
Never heard of the guy.
JarJar Kushner received permanent security clearance in May, based on his qualifications as... Ivanka’s bed-mate (presumably; they could have separate sleeping arrangements).
We’re so fucked!
