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How will Trump's decisions regarding clearances affect national security? We asked an expert.

Retired Army Colonel Mike Pheneger weighs in on how President Trump's decisions might impact national security.

As backlash grows in the wake of President Donald Trump's decision to revoke former CIA director John Brennan's security clearance, the president said he was ready to revoke more clearances of current and past officials.

The president admitted to the Wall Street Journal that the Russia probe played a role in his decision.

Brennan says it's an attempt to silence those who challenge the President.

Related: After John Brennan, Donald Trump is prepared to revoke more security clearances

Now, we're hearing from former top intelligence officials and military commanders, who are condemning the president’s decision.

10News Anchor Courtney Robinson spoke with Retired Army Colonel Mike Pheneger about why this affects our national security.

Watch the full interview below.

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