Grateful to Dr. Lily McElwee and my friend David Farca for the kind invitation to the International State of the State by AZ Governor Katie Hobbs.
An outstanding event hosted by the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations (PCFR) —truly at the forefront of international dialogue and engagement.
A pleasure to be part of such an insightful and forward-looking conversation.
Did you know America is missing more than half of our Senate-confirmed ambassadors world-wide? In the @dcexaminer General Laura Richardson and I warn that this strategic gap undermines our ability to respond to crises—from Iran to Panama—and gives China a huge opening. 👇
https://t.co/jP9ySinGVv
This week, #ImpactForum2025 brought together nearly 500 bipartisan leaders from every corner of the country together in Washington D.C. to tackle how Economic Security is National Security and engage policymakers on Capitol Hill. 🎬 Watch the highlights:
Our rivals are playing to win, and when we step back, they step in. As leaders consider the future of U.S. international assistance, I’m sharing highlights from @USGLC’s new Blueprint for America to Win in the World, 10 practical ideas for reform. Read the full plan here: 🔗 https://t.co/1Lz9ewUjeS 🧵
“If Americans want to win… then we need international development, global health, and humanitarian assistance programs." Top Generals Anthony Zinni and Laura Richardson, co-chairs of USGLC's National Security Advisory Council 👇
https://t.co/9p9Ppk2z6m
ICYMI in Politico, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen, one of the most respected military leaders of our time, will succeed the late General Colin Powell as Chair of USGLC’s National Advisory Council. ⬇️
https://t.co/sfaklM4bja