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Just two days after Kirstjen Nielsen announced her resignation from the Department of Homeland Security, Acting Deputy Secretary Claire Grady has done the same.

Why this matters: Without Grady's resignation, President Trump would not have been able to appoint Kevin McAleenan as acting Secretary of DHS. Legally, Nielsen's responsibilities would have transferred to Grady — a 28-year veteran at the departments of Defense and Homeland Security.

DHS acting deputy secretary announces resignation

Another top official from DHS resigns 2 days after Kirstjen Nielsen.

Former Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security

Claire Grady. Photo: Kezo Tribouillard/Getty Images

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Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

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DHS acting deputy secretary announces resignation

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