Classified information in the United States

Classified information in the United States is information that is secret or special knowledge because it could hurt people or countries if it was shared too widely. The United States government works hard to keep this information safe and secure, so only the people who need to know can have access to it. If someone has access to classified information, it also means that they must take extra precautions to keep it safe. This includes making sure that it isn't shared with people who don't have the security clearances to see it and making sure to keep it in locked and secure places.