Alex Velez-Green

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[Crystal Kate @crystalkatetx]

Thrilled. Bridge’s thoughtful and realistic approach to national defense is precisely what we need in this critical moment.

Add “Strategy of Denial” to your winter reading list—it's a vital resource for understanding the challenges we face and the strategies necessary to enhance our security.

[Elbridge Colby @ElbridgeColby]

Thank you very much, @SenMikeLee. I’m honored by your confidence and support. 🇺🇸

[William Ruger 🇺🇸 @WillRuger]

Congratulations to this entire slate of nominees! @ElbridgeColby and Mike Duffey, in particular, are fantastic picks and should be great help for @PeteHegseth as SecDef.

[Reid Tillman Smith @reidtsmith]

A great pick and reflective of a generational shift on US foreign policy—one confident in our potential, aware of our limits, and wiser for our failures.

This is a dangerous combination. Good for Americans and trouble for our rivals.

[Alex Velez-Green @Alex_agvg]

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[Pete Hegseth @PeteHegseth]

Thank you Mr. President! Building an America First team at @DeptofDefense that will Make America STRONG & SAFE Again.

[🇺🇸 Mike Davis 🇺🇸 @mrddmia]

President Trump is building an all-star team at the Pentagon, including @ElbridgeColby as Trump’s top defense policy official.

[Alex Velez-Green @Alex_agvg]

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[Heritage Foundation @Heritage]

‘Foreign policy should not be something that just happens for the benefit of the Beltway establishment, but rather something that the American people actually think is necessary and puts American interests first.’

@ElbridgeColby

[Robert C. O'Brien @robertcobrien]

@ElbridgeColby @realDonaldTrump @PeteHegseth Congratulations, Bridge. We are going to miss you at AGS but the country needs you more. I am certain you will do a terrific job for President @realDonaldTrump as Under Secretary. We are behind you 100%. Good luck and Godspeed at the Pentagon!

[Max Abrahms @MaxAbrahms]

Fantastic news for America. @ElbridgeColby is the best person for this job.

[Joe Kent @joekent16jan19]

This is a fantastic choice by President Trump!

Elbridge is the leading voice in America 1st foreign policy, congratulations @ElbridgeColby !

[Henry Olsen @henryolsenEPPC]

@ElbridgeColby @realDonaldTrump @PeteHegseth Great pick! @ElbridgeColby brings the right perspective and experience to DOD.

[Joseph M. Humire @jmhumire]

The nomination of Bridge Colby helps ensure that defense policy stays America First. This is vital to rebuild our military strength and improve our defense posture. No more needless wars! Congrats @ElbridgeColby

[Richard Fontaine @RHFontaine]

Good to see my friend and former colleague @ElbridgeColby selected as Undersecretary of Defense for Policy. Bridge drafted the groundbreaking 2018 National Defense Strategy and brings a wealth of knowledge back to the Pentagon. Congratulations.

[Dan Caldwell 🇺🇸 @dandcaldwell]

Coming off private just to say how thrilled I am with this nomination.

No one better for this job!

[Commentary Donald J. Trump Posts From Truth Social @TrumpDailyPosts]

I am pleased to announced a slate of America First Patriots, who will work in conjunction with our GREAT Secretary of Defense Nominee, Pete Hegseth!

Stephen Feinberg will serve as Deputy Secretary of Defense, and help Make the Pentagon Great Again. An extremely successful businessman, Stephen is a Princeton graduate, who founded his company, Cerberus, in 1992. In addition to his leadership at Cerberus, from 2018 to January 2021, Stephen served as Chairman of my Intelligence Advisory Board.

Elbridge “Bridge” Colby will serve as Under Secretary of Defense for Policy. A highly respected advocate for our America First foreign and defense policy, Bridge will work closely with my outstanding Secretary of Defense Nominee, Pete Hegseth, to restore our Military power, and achieve my policy of PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH. Bridge served with distinction in the Pentagon in my First Term, leading the effort on my landmark 2018 Defense strategy. He graduated from Harvard College and Yale Law School, and will make an excellent addition to my team, who will, Make America Great Again!

…Michael Duffey will serve as the next Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment. Mike has been a strong advocate for our Warfighters and the American Taxpayer throughout his many years of public service, including in the Department of Defense, and the Office of Management and Budget of my First Administration. Mike will drive change at the Pentagon and, as a staunch proponent of an America First approach to our National Defense, will work to revitalize our Defense Industrial Base, and rebuild our Military. 

Emil Michael will serve as the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. Emil has lived the American Dream by building several successful Tech companies, including Uber. He served as a Special Assistant to the Secretary of Defense when he was a White House Fellow. Emil will ensure that our Military has the most technologically sophisticated weapons in the World, while saving A LOT of money for our Taxpayers. Emil is a graduate of Harvard University, and has a Law degree from Stanford. He is a one of the most respected leaders in the Tech business, and will be a champion for the Troops, and our Great Country.

…Keith Bass will serve as my Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs. Keith is a retired Navy Commander with over 30 years of Health Care experience. He has led Medical Departments in the Department of Defense, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the White House Medical Unit. Keith will be leading the charge to ensure our Troops are healthy, and receiving the best Medical Care possible.

Finally, I am pleased to announce that Joe Kasper will serve as Chief of Staff for the Secretary of Defense. During my First Term, Joe served at the Department of Defense, where he directly supported the Secretaries of Defense, Navy, and Air Force. He was then appointed to the Department of Homeland Security as Deputy Assistant Secretary for U.S. Senate Affairs, and later, as Senior Advisor for Strategy, Policy, and Plans. Prior to these roles, Joe spent over a decade on Capitol Hill, where he served as a Chief of Staff, and was instrumental on matters of National Defense.

Congratulations to all!

Donald Trump Truth Social 04:36 PM EST 12/22/24

[Garrison Moratto @GarrisonMoratto]

My sincere congratulations to @ElbridgeColby who has been selected by President-Elect Trump to serve as America’s next Under Secretary of Defense for Policy.

His tireless commitment advocating effective and prudent focus of American military strategy will serve our nation well. Our next Secretary of Defense, @PeteHegseth will be able to rely on Bridge’s strong leadership, personal integrity, and intellectual brilliance, to help him accomplish the revitalization of our nation’s military and defense policies. Along with the other picks announced today, it’s clear the Pentagon will be in the hands of capable and competent leadership.

[Stephen Wertheim @stephenwertheim]

These picks solidify the shift in Republican foreign policy away from neoconservatism and liberal primacy. Interesting four years ahead.

[Elbridge Colby @ElbridgeColby]

Thank you very much, my great friend @KevinRobertsTX. It means a great deal. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[Victoria Coates @VictoriaCoates]

Great news! Congrats to my friends @ElbridgeColby and @mpduffey—strong picks for @PeteHegseth and @DeptofDefense.

[Robert Greenway @RC_Greenway]

Superb picks to implement @realDonaldTrump’s agenda and support @PeteHegseth restore our nation’s military! Congratulations to friends & colleagues @ElbridgeColby and @mpduffey!