https://www.westernjournal.com/ct/hillarys-state-corrupt-system/

By designating them "research assistants", they were allowed to retain access to classified info.

So if

1. She had the proper investigation adjudicated and finalized,

2. She had a clearance at the investigative level,

3. She also would have access to SAP of so designated.

4. Likely her levels were never updated to reflect in the Web system appropriate

Coincidentally, if she's still looking and someone is actually following procedure, all her comings and goings and viewing's and takings of "research" (working papers) have been documented.