Statement on the Designation of Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs John F. Kirby as National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications

John Kirby is uniquely qualified for this position, and I look forward to bringing his background, knowledge, and experience to the White House. From his work as the Assistant Secretary and spokesperson at the State Department to his work at the Pentagon, most recently as Assistant to the Secretary for Public Affairs and Press Secretary, John understands the complexities of U.S. foreign and defense policy, and he will ably represent the administration on important national security issues.