Reform Security Clearance Process

Office of the Director of National Intelligence / Security Executive Agent

Implement reforms to expedite security clearance processing while maintaining standards, enforce reciprocity between agencies, and prevent clearance abuse by former officials.

"The DNI and CIA Director should use their authority under the National Security Act of 1947 to expedite the clearance of personnel to meet mission needs and remove IC employees who have abused their positions of trust." – Project 2025

History

Wed Jan 29 2025

General Milley's security clearance revoked apnews.com 

Mon Jan 20 2025

50 individuals' security clearances revoked www.whitehouse.gov 

Mon Jan 20 2025

Initial analysis

Disruptive Potential

LOW

Administrative reforms focused on efficiency rather than standards changes

Status
In Progress

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