clearance

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In the wake of that dispute, the Pentagon severed its contracts with the company, whose AI tools had been the only ones to hold defense security clearance.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

"Mr. Pulte has no national security expertise -- none. We're not even sure if he's got a basic security clearance... This role is too important to be filled by a part-time, unqualified individual."

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

It is a wonderful concept, a place where families can find affordable souvenirs without limiting the kids to a clearance rack.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

In April, Sir Olly Robbins, the former head of the Foreign Office, told MPs that he granted Lord Mandelson security clearance to take up his post as ambassador having put "mitigations" in place.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“We need to get Windy a gift,” Nana says, admiring a tie-dye craft kit also in the clearance section.

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty