Trump’s national security pick: I’m on same page as Jake Sullivan about ‘our adversaries’
SUMMARY
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for National Security Adviser, Rep. Michael Waltz (R-Fla.), reiterated close collaboration with current National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan to ensure a smooth transition and a unified front against adversaries. “Jake Sullivan and I have had discussions, we’ve met." Waltz assured that both administrations are working "hand in glove," signaling strong continuity in addressing national security challenges. Waltz, a former Green Beret and Florida congressman, voiced concerns over escalating global conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, tensions in the Middle East, and the broader implications of adversarial maneuvers by nations like Iran. He stressed the need for the incoming administration to restore deterrence, achieve stability, and prevent further escalation in ongoing conflicts. Highlighting the Trump administration's past successes, Waltz referenced the Abraham Accords as a model for peace and cooperation in the Middle East.
