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# National Security advisor

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Trump announces latest national security advisor, says he'll 'do a great job'

Robert O’Brien, 53, has until now served as Trump’s envoy for situations involving US hostages abroad.

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Sep 19th 2019, 7:24 AM

The Pentagon is briefing Donald Trump on military options for Syria

Rex Tillerson has meanwhile called on Bashar al-Assad to be removed.

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Apr 6th 2017, 8:28 PM

Trump appoints his third pick as national security advisor

McMaster is another name on the long list of Trump advisors who have been plucked from the military.

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Feb 21st 2017, 7:17 AM