Trump Names Florida Rep. Mike Waltz, Retired Green Beret and China Hawk, as National Security Adviser

Nov 12, 2024, 12:27 AM

President-elect Donald Trump has asked Florida Representative Mike Waltz to serve as his National Security Adviser, according to multiple sources. Waltz, a Republican congressman representing Florida's 6th District, is a former Army Green Beret and retired Army National Guard officer, and the first Green Beret elected to Congress. He served multiple combat tours in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. Known as a China hawk, NATO critic, and head of the India Caucus, Waltz has been a leading critic of China and has advocated for increased defense spending among NATO allies. He founded a defense contracting firm and has expressed support for the U.S. maintaining its presence in Afghanistan. His selection signals a firm stance on foreign policy and national security in the upcoming administration.