Pentagon revokes ex-Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s security clearance over Air Force One comments

Published August 7, 2026 9:30pm ET



The Department of War revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information over his comments about the security capabilities of Air Force One.

“Effective immediately, the Department of War has REVOKED former Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall’s eligibility for access to classified information and his ability to hold any sensitive position,” Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell posted on X.

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