Security Clearance Should Be Revoked for All Who Leave Gov't, Ex-FBI Asst. Dir. Says

Security Clearance Should Be Revoked for All Who Leave Gov't, Ex-FBI Asst. Dir. Says

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The video features a discussion with a former FBI assistant director, Bill, about the revocation of security clearances for government officials after they leave office. Bill argues that security clearances should be revoked unless the individual continues to work in a capacity that requires it. He shares his personal experience of losing access to classified information upon leaving the FBI. The discussion also covers the opposing view that former officials should retain clearances to provide advice to current officials. Bill suggests a formal process for reinstating clearances if needed, emphasizing that access to classified information should be limited to those actively serving in government roles.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial topic of discussion involving the president's comments?

The president's comments on the Mueller investigation

The president's travel plans

The president's health care reforms

The president's economic policies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Bill, when should a former government official retain their security clearance?

When they are retiring

When they are starting a business

When they are advising the new administration

When they are writing a book

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill believe should happen to security clearances when someone leaves government service?

They should be transferred to a family member

They should be revoked

They should be automatically renewed

They should be sold to the highest bidder

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the argument for allowing former officials to keep their security clearances?

To enable them to write memoirs

To allow them to provide advice

To help them find new jobs

To increase their social status

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill suggest should happen if a former official needs to access classified information again?

They should be allowed to access it without clearance

They should be given a temporary pass

Their security clearance should be reinstated

They should be denied access permanently