Sebastian Gorka Eyes Leadership at National Counterterrorism Center

Sebastian Gorka, an aide to U.S. President Donald Trump, is reportedly seeking to become the new head of the National Counterterrorism Center, following the resignation of the previous head, Joe Kent, over disputes related to the war in Iran and its threat level to the United States.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 15-04-2026 15:57 IST | Created: 15-04-2026 15:57 IST
Sebastian Gorka Eyes Leadership at National Counterterrorism Center

Sebastian Gorka, an aide to President Donald Trump, is reportedly vying for the position of head at the National Counterterrorism Center, as reported by the Washington Post on Wednesday.

This development comes nearly a month after Joe Kent resigned from the position, citing differences over the perceived threat Iran poses to the United States.

The National Counterterrorism Center and the White House have not yet responded to Reuters' request for comments regarding the Washington Post's report.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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