India, Aug. 8 -- The Pentagon has revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall's eligibility to access classified information and barred him from holding any sensitive position, accusing him of disclosing classified details about Air Force One to the media.

Sean Parnell, the Pentagon's chief spokesman, announced the decision on X on Friday, saying Kendall's access had been revoked with immediate effect. Parnell alleged that the former Air Force secretary had made an "unauthorized disclosure" concerning the capabilities of Air Force One.

"Safeguarding classified information is a non-negotiable duty," Parnell said, arguing that those who breach that responsibility forfeit their access to classified information and positions requiring ...