National Security Advisor
/ˈnæʃənəl sɪˈkjʊərəti ædˈvaɪzər/
Definitions
- (n.) A senior official who advises the head of government on matters of national security policy and coordinates related activities among governmental agencies.
The national security advisor briefed the president on emerging threats to the nation's safety.
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- national security advisor
- national security advisors
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Commentary
The role is typically advisory and does not involve direct command authority; clarity in defining responsibilities aids in legal interpretation of executive powers.
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