EXCLUSIVE: The White House has quietly told the FBI to halt the background checks for dozens of the president's top staffers and has transferred the process to the Pentagon, sources say.

Historically, administrations have relied on the FBI background check process to ensure that the personnel they are hiring meet stringent ethical standards and don't risk compromising national security.

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This move strengthens the military.