There is no legitimate reason for continuous security clearance, when one leaves service, not referring to former President's.
Pompeo is just the most recent to be removed.
Bryan Stern did not feel relief when María Corina Machado stepped onto his boat
He wasn't certain they could escape Venezuela military or US Navy.
https://tbbwmag.com/2025/12/12/tampa-team-high-risk-extraction-maria-corina-machado/