China critic picked as national security adviser
The Straits Times|November 13, 2024
US President-elect Donald Trump has picked Republican Representative Mike Waltz to be his national security adviser, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on Nov 11, tapping a retired army Green Beret who has been a leading critic of China.
China critic picked as national security adviser

Mr Waltz, a Trump loyalist who also served in the National Guard as a colonel, has criticized Chinese activity in the Asia-Pacific and has voiced the need for the US to be ready for a potential conflict in the region.

The national security adviser is a powerful role, which does not require Senate confirmation.

Mr Waltz will be responsible for briefing Trump on key national security issues and coordinating with different agencies.

While slamming the Biden administration for a disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, Mr Waltz has publicly praised Trump's foreign policy views.

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