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Trump’s New Security Pick: Green Beret Michael Waltz Brings Combat Experience to the White House?

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Michael Waltz, a Florida Congressman, delivered a speech during a U.S. congressional hearing. / AP Yonghap News

The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday that President-elect Donald Trump has selected Florida Congressman Michael Waltz as his administration’s next National Security Advisor.

Waltz, a veteran of the Green Berets, served in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa.

The National Security Advisor position does not require Senate confirmation, allowing the president to appoint directly. The role coordinates all matters related to national security, executes policies, and reports to the president.

Trump had four National Security Advisors during his first term. H.R. McMaster and John Bolton left due to policy disagreements. The last National Security Advisor, Robert O’Brien, served until the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. O’Brien may also hold a significant position in the incoming administration.

Waltz has fervently supported key Trump policies in recent years, including a zero-tolerance approach to illegal immigration and skepticism toward aid for Ukraine.

In a recent NPR interview, he described Trump’s promise to encourage negotiations between Ukraine and Russia as “very reasonable.” He added that if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not cooperate, the U.S. could leverage the lifting of restrictions on the long-range weapons provided to Ukraine.

Waltz takes a hardline approach against China and participates in the House’s China Task Force, which adjusts policies to help the U.S. compete with China. He has also supported Trump’s call to hold the Biden administration accountable for the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Daniel Kim
content@viewusglobal.com

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