Jeh Johnson

Jeh Johnson, born on September eleventh, nineteen fifty-seven, is a distinguished American lawyer and former government official. He served as the fourth United States Secretary of Homeland Security from two thousand thirteen to two thousand seventeen, playing a pivotal role in shaping national security policies during his tenure.

Prior to his appointment as Secretary, Johnson held significant positions within the Obama administration, including General Counsel of the Department of Defense from two thousand nine to two thousand twelve. His extensive legal career also includes serving as a federal prosecutor and General Counsel of the Department of the Air Force, alongside a successful stint in private legal practice.

In addition to his governmental roles, Johnson is actively involved in various organizations. He currently serves as co-chair of the board of trustees at Columbia University and is a member of the board of directors for MetLife and the September eleventh Memorial & Museum. His previous board memberships include notable companies such as Lockheed Martin, U.S. Steel, and PG&E, as well as the Council on Foreign Relations.

Beyond his legal and governmental contributions, Johnson is a recognized commentator, frequently appearing on networks like NBC's Meet The Press, MS NOW, and CNN. In June two thousand twenty-five, he concluded his long-standing affiliation with Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP, a law firm where he practiced for over forty years.