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Clearance Applicant Overcomes Failure to File Taxes for Multiple Years in Appeal
A recent Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Hearing and Appeals case involved a DOE contractor who had failed to file his federal and state tax returns from 2017 to 2022. He was initially denied security clearance eligibility based on financial concerns and subsequently appealed the decision. Here are the highlights of

Interviewing Witnesses at a Security Clearance Denial Appeal Hearing
During a security clearance denial appeal hearing the applicant is allowed to question witnesses, both their own and the Department counsel’s. Prehearing guidance will be provided regarding procedures. The Administrative Judge does not swear in applicants or other witnesses but does remind all parties of the fact it is a criminal offense
Yet you just proved my point again and reemphasized your prior name calling without any proof, evidence, or rational thought against me which is a true characteristic of a leftist…
We both know you’re not interested in proof, evidence, or rational thought. We both know what you are
I have no problem with diversity but it needs to be based upon merit and effort. The military and government should prioritize competence, experience, and leadership ability, not personal characteristics…
I’m not sure you understand the concept of diversity. It’s not just skin color or race. It is about fairness. The military only became mixed and representative of this country…