Trump Slashes National Security Council Staff, Centralizes Foreign Policy Decision-Making

Trump Turns to Small Group of National Security Advisers

Wall Street Journal: “It was a sign of how far Trump has gone to create an ad hoc, centralized approach to national security decisions. He has downgraded the role of the National Security Council staff, which other presidents have relied on to oversee developing policy options, ensure presidential decisions are carried out and coordinate with foreign governments.” “The NSC’s staff is now fewer than 150 compared with around 400 in previous admini…

Trump Slashes National Security Council Staff, Centralizes Foreign Policy Decision-Making

Trump's deep cuts to the National Security Council, slashing staff from 400 to under 150, have sparked concerns over coordination.