Chief Of Staff Kelly Wants New White House Security Clearance Rules
John Kelly's memo follows criticisms that lax clearance procedures allowed an aide accused of domestic violence to remain on job.
Rob Porter
4 Big Questions Raised By The Latest White House Scandal
The ouster of Rob Porter amid domestic violence allegations did nothing to quell the mysteries around his case, including the president's attitude toward victims of abuse.
White House Tries To Clarify Contradictions With FBI Over Staffer Abuse Scandal
FBI Director Christopher Wray said the background check on former White House staff secretary Rob Porter was complete months before Porter was forced to resign over allegations of domestic violence.
White House Security Clearance Trouble Shines Light On 'High Risk' Backlog Problem
Rob Porter was working at the White House with a temporary security clearance. Throughout the government, though, there is a big backlog of background checks that is hampering its function.
Trump Wishes Former Aide Well After Accusations Of Domestic Violence
President Trump says he was surprised by domestic violence accusations against former staff secretary Rob Porter. "It was very sad when we heard about it," he said. Porter has denied the allegations.