Matt Pottinger

Matt Pottinger, born in nineteen seventy-three, is a distinguished American former journalist and U.S. Marine Corps officer. He served as the deputy national security advisor from September twenty-second, two thousand nineteen, to January seventh, two thousand twenty-one. His tenure was notable for its duration, especially within an administration characterized by high turnover, as he previously held the position of Asia senior director on the National Security Council starting in two thousand seventeen.

During his time in the Trump administration, Pottinger played a pivotal role in shaping U.S. policies towards China, navigating complex geopolitical landscapes. His commitment to national security and foreign policy was evident until his resignation on January sixth, two thousand twenty-one, following the attack on the United States Capitol. He departed the White House the next morning, marking the end of a significant chapter in his career.

Currently, Pottinger is the Chairman of the China Program at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), where he continues to influence discussions on international relations. Additionally, he serves as the CEO of Garnaut Global, a strategic advisory firm that focuses on geopolitics, further showcasing his expertise in the field.

In addition to his roles in the private sector, Pottinger is a Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the Hoover Institution, contributing to academic discourse on national security and foreign policy. His diverse experiences and insights make him a prominent figure in contemporary discussions surrounding U.S. foreign relations.