Trump Names New National Security Adviser

It's hostage negotiator Robert O'Brien

By Newser Editors and Wire Services

Posted Sep 18, 2019 9:01 AM CDT

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Trump Names Bolton's Successor — President Trump arrives at Los Angeles International Airport to attend a fundraiser, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

President Trump has named hostage negotiator Robert O'Brien to be his new national security adviser, reports the AP. Trump tweeted Wednesday that he has "worked long & hard" with O'Brien and that "he will do a great job!" Trump's announcement about O'Brien comes a week after he ousted John Bolton from the national security adviser's post, citing policy disagreements. Bolton was Trump's third national security adviser.

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