Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard just dropped a political bombshell that’s got everyone talking: she’s revoked the security clearances of Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, Liz Cheney, Adam Kinzinger, and a slew of others, all at President Trump’s command. This unprecedented move has set Threads ablaze, with users duking it out over whether it’s a bold strike for national security or a chilling act of retribution. One thing’s for sure: you’ll want to click to unravel this drama! 😱
Let’s break it down. On March 28, 2025, Gabbard announced via X, “Per @POTUS directive, I have revoked former President Joe Biden’s security clearance, and revoked clearances and access to classified information for Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, Liz Cheney, Adam Kinzinger, Fiona Hill, and Alexander Vindman.” The list, rooted in a Trump memo, targets political heavyweights and vocal critics, from Democratic nominees to Republican dissenters. Trump’s reasoning? It’s “no longer in the national interest” for these folks to access classified info. But is it really about protecting secrets, or settling scores?
Supporters are cheering Gabbard’s move as a masterstroke. They argue that figures like Harris and Clinton, who’ve clashed with Trump for years, can’t be trusted with sensitive data. “Hillary’s email scandal proves she’s reckless!” one Threads post screams, echoing sentiments from MAGA faithful. Cheney and Kinzinger, both Republicans who served on the January 6th committee, are branded traitors by Trump loyalists for their anti-Trump stance. Fiona Hill and Alexander Vindman, key players in Trump’s first impeachment, are seen as disloyal for testifying against him. For these supporters, Gabbard’s purge is a long-overdue housecleaning of the “Deep State.” A viral X post sums it up: “Tulsi’s draining the swamp!”
But the other side is crying foul, and they’re not holding back. Critics see this as a blatant power grab, weaponizing national security to silence opposition. Harris, Clinton, and Biden were Democratic presidential nominees, while Cheney and Kinzinger were among the few Republicans to challenge Trump’s role in the Capitol riot. “This is revenge, not reform!” one Threads user fumes, racking up thousands of likes. They argue that revoking clearances without clear evidence of misconduct—like mishandling classified info—violates due process. Mark Zaid, a national security lawyer also targeted, pointed to Executive Order 12,968, demanding his rights be respected. “Where’s the transparency?” he asked on X. Others note that former presidents traditionally keep clearances to advise on national security, and stripping Biden’s sets a dangerous precedent.
The numbers tell a story, but not the whole one. Trump’s memo, issued March 22, 2025, listed 15 individuals, including Biden’s family, top Biden aides like Antony Blinken, and prosecutors like Letitia James, who’ve legally challenged Trump. Gabbard’s action also hit the “51 signers” of a 2020 letter claiming Hunter Biden’s laptop was disinformation, a move Trump called election meddling. Yet, some named, like Kinzinger, say they no longer held clearances, making the move symbolic but stinging. The impact? Limited access to classified briefings and secure facilities, which could hinder legal work for figures like James or Bragg.
Here’s the jaw-dropper: Gabbard laughed when asked about yanking Clinton’s clearance. “I smiled,” she told Megyn Kelly, hinting at personal satisfaction. That soundbite alone sent Threads into overdrive, with #TulsiTakedown trending. Is she a patriot rooting out risks, or a Trump pawn settling old grudges? The truth is murky, but the drama is undeniable. Some whisper this is just the start—could more foes lose access next? The debate’s splitting America, and Threads is the battlefield. Dive in, pick a side, and join the chaos! 🥊
