Citing Foreign Influence or Preference in Clearance Denials

July 13, 2006: The House Government Reform Committee held a hearing to examine what, if any, role considerations of foreign influence play in security clearance determinations. The Federation of American Scientists reports on and links to the hearing.

Have you been caught up in clearance difficulties because of an alleged foreign influence or preference? What have you learned about the process going forward, and what sort of questions have you been asked? What procedural rights have you been afforded and which agencies are involved? You may share details of your case with others by commenting below or posting a message to the ClearanceWatch message board.

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