This decision, which is rooted in a deep-seated mistrust of the bureau, signifies an ongoing tension between Trump's team and the FBI.
This tension can be traced back to the FBI's handling of transition records during the Russia collusion hoax investigation in Trump’s first term, as reported by The Guardian. The decision to delay the FBI vetting process could potentially restrict appointees' access to classified briefings until after Trump's inauguration on January 20.
The standard procedure dictates that political appointees undergo an FBI background check during the transition period to identify potential security risks. This process scrutinizes the individual's trustworthiness and potential vulnerabilities that adversaries might exploit. Pending deeper investigations, interim clearances are usually granted.
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However, it seems that the Trump team is prepared to deviate from this established protocol. "The Trump-Vance transition lawyers continue to constructively engage with the Biden-Harris administration lawyers regarding all agreements contemplated by the Presidential Transition Act. We will update you once a decision is made,” stated Trump spokesperson Brian Hughes, according to The Guardian.
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The President-elect’s team has consistently viewed this process with skepticism, questioning the authority of government employees to advise against granting security clearance when the ultimate power to award security clearances lies with Trump as president.
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During Trump’s first term, several advisers, including his son-in-law Jared Kushner and national security aide Sebastian Gorka, faced delays in obtaining high-level clearances. Kushner only received his clearance after a direct order from Trump.
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There is speculation that Trump intends to implement significant changes concerning the FBI once he assumes office. He recently nominated Kash Patel as FBI director. In his announcement, Trump declared that under his administration, the bureau "will end the growing crime epidemic in America, dismantle the migrant criminal gangs, and stop the evil scourge of human and drug trafficking across the Border.”
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This move, while unconventional, underscores Trump's commitment to exercising his executive power and his skepticism towards established bureaucratic processes. It also highlights his intent to reshape the FBI in line with his administration's priorities, emphasizing law and order and a tough stance on crime and illegal immigration.
