Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard revoked the security clearances of 37 current and former intelligence officials, sharing the list in a move that prompted swift criticism that the

The US government security clearances of at least 37 current and former national security officials have been revoked by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, according to a memo obtained by CNN.

All personnel are reminded that holding a clearance is a privilege, not a right," read a memo announcing the action.

Last month, Gabbard released a report that claimed to demonstrate how former President Barack Obama staged "a years-long coup” against President Trump

The National Counterterrorism Center, under newly confirmed director Joe Kent, will refocus on its core counterterrorism mission while also expanding into counternarcotics, reflecting the Trump administration's push to treat drug trafficking as a national security threat. Officials said the move builds on work that began earlier this year.

Election officials are concerned that steps to limit America’s voting systems will only make it easier for foreign hackers such as Russia to interfere in future elections.