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Stephanie Winston Wolkoff

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Author of MELANIA AND ME: The Rise & Fall of My Friendship with the First Lady. #1 NYT Best Seller. https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B085CNPMX7&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_3F5Z

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I walked through the storm you refused to see, bearing the weight of what you chose to ignore. I stood at the edge of truth, shouting into the void, but comfort was easier than caution. Now, the tide turns.

20.01.2025 05:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 90    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 4    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1


January 6 will forever mark a violent assault on our democracyโ€”an unforgivable scar that no revision can erase. Our nationโ€™s ideals were betrayed, leaving a wound that demands justice.

07.01.2025 06:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 98    ๐Ÿ” 9    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Certain people construct a version of reality thatโ€™s completely disconnected from their roots, presenting a facade of glamour and glitz. Itโ€™s important to remember that authenticity speaks louder than appearances, and true value lies in who you are, not in the image you try to sell to others.

05.01.2025 18:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 53    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I hold hope that truth will prevail and enter this new year anchored by the love of those who truly care.

03.01.2025 02:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 64    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Now, as everything unfolds, the irony is unmissable: truth was never in hiding; it was merely waiting for its moment to roar.

23.12.2024 02:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 51    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

A troubling imbalance in judgment occurs when ethics are bent to excuse the inexcusableโ€”favoring loyalty to the wrong over accountability to what is right.

02.12.2024 03:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 95    ๐Ÿ” 12    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 4    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

โ€œWe have only one rule; and that one rule is that we follow the facts and the law, and we reach the decisions required by the Constitution, and we protect civil liberties. Upholding the rule of law means applying the law evenly, without fear or favor.โ€

This, did not happen.

30.11.2024 16:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 104    ๐Ÿ” 23    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 8    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Warriors for Democracy! Congratulations.

28.11.2024 02:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 13    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you for all you do.

27.11.2024 20:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The failure to act is itself an abuse of power, and it demands scrutiny just as much as the wrongdoing it enables.

Those with the power to hold the nefarious accountable chose not to.

We must ask, why?

27.11.2024 17:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 64    ๐Ÿ” 11    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

Like two sides of a cursed mirror, they reflect each otherโ€™s true nature beneath a polished facade, making it impossible to see one without unmasking the other.

27.11.2024 00:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 30    ๐Ÿ” 6    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Delay. Distort. Deny. Distract.
It was never about proving innocenceโ€”it was about running out the clock.

26.11.2024 00:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 162    ๐Ÿ” 23    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

8. Agency-Specific Processes:
โ€ข For detailees or contractors, additional checks may be conducted by their home agency or employer before gaining White House access. 8/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 13    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

7. Re-Vetting for Ongoing Roles:
โ€ข Some roles may require periodic re-vetting to ensure ongoing security compliance. 7/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

6. Financial and Personal History:
โ€ข For higher-level roles, background checks often include financial disclosures and a review of personal associations to identify vulnerabilities or conflicts. 6/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

5. Criminal History:
โ€ข Checks include criminal background screenings to identify any potential security risks or conflicts of interest. 5/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

4. Federal Standards:
โ€ข Background checks for most roles adhere to federal standards, typically conducted by the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, or other appropriate agencies. 4/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

3. Role-Specific Requirements:
โ€ข The intensity of background checks varies depending on the position and its responsibilities. Higher-level or more sensitive roles undergo more thorough investigations. 3/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

2. Physical Access to the White House:
โ€ข Even roles without access to sensitive data require at least a basic background check to ensure the safety and security of the premises. 2/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Key Considerations for White House Background Checks:

1. Access to Classified Information:
โ€ข Roles requiring access to Confidential, Secret, or Top Secret information mandate extensive security clearance processes, including in-depth investigations of personal, financial,& professional history.1/8

22.11.2024 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 39    ๐Ÿ” 11    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Surrounding yourself with people who mirror your own toxic behavior and enabling their actions, not only normalizes harmful conduct but also creates a culture of complicity and impunity. This destroys trust and causes lasting damage to society.

SILENCE and SUPPORT make you just as ACCOUNTABLE.

20.11.2024 14:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 84    ๐Ÿ” 13    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 4    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0


The SF -86 Exposes:

9. Poor References: Negative feedback from interviews with personal or professional contacts during the background investigation.

These issues indicate potential risks to NATIONAL SECURITY, which can lead to denial or revocation of security clearances.

20.11.2024 14:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The SF- 86 Exposes:

7. Unexplained Gaps: Gaps in employment or education history that raise questions about transparency.

8. Associations: Connections with groups or individuals that are considered a threat to national security.

20.11.2024 14:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 17    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The SF-86 Exposes:

5. Foreign Influence: Close and ongoing ties to foreign nationals or governments that may create potential security risks.

6. Mental Health Concerns: Conditions that may impair judgment, reliability, or stability if not properly managed or disclosed.

20.11.2024 14:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The SF-86 Exposes:

3. Criminal History: Past criminal activity, arrests, or unresolved legal issues.

4. Substance Abuse: Illegal drug use or alcohol abuse that raises concerns about reliability.

20.11.2024 14:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The SF-86 Exposes:

1. Dishonesty: Falsifying or omitting information, such as past employment, criminal history, or foreign contacts.

2. Financial Issues: Significant debt, unpaid taxes, or a history of financial irresponsibility, which may indicate susceptibility to bribery or coercion.

20.11.2024 14:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

COMPLIANCE completing the SF-86 Questionnaire isnโ€™t optional; itโ€™s a NECESSITY. Itโ€™s a legally binding document used to determine your eligibility for access to CLASSIFIED information.
Not completing it JEOPARDIZES national security, UNDERMINES trust, and EXPOSES USA to potential THREATS.

20.11.2024 14:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 148    ๐Ÿ” 39    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 8    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Hi! No longer at X.

20.11.2024 06:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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18.11.2024 14:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 105    ๐Ÿ” 20    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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17.11.2024 05:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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