Pentagon revokes former Air Force secretary’s classified access

The Pentagon announced on Friday that it has revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s eligibility to access classified information, citing an “unauthorized disclosure of classified information regarding Air Force One’s capabilities” to a news outlet. Defense Department spokesperson Sean Parnell said the action also removes Kendall’s ability to hold any sensitive position within the department.

Kendall, who served as Air Force Secretary from 2021 to 2023, is alleged to have shared details about the aircraft’s defensive systems and operational procedures. The Department of Defense has not released the specific documents or the outlet involved, but the revocation follows a broader effort to tighten security after a series of leaks that raised concerns about the protection of sensitive military assets.

The decision underscores the Department’s commitment to safeguarding classified material and signals that former officials remain subject to security protocols. No further statements have been issued by Kendall or his representatives.