Wednesday, May 8, 2013

CIA Has Selected A New Clandestine Service Chief (Whose Name Will Remain Secret)

CIA's New Clandestine Service Chief Remains Undercover -- The Cable/Foreign Policy

In a statement to The Cable, the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency announced the selection of the next head of the National Clandestine Service, a crucial branch of the agency responsible for sending spies overseas and running the CIA's controversial drone program. The male officer, who "remains under cover," has 30 years' experience within the agency and has had "rich substantive and operational experiences worldwide," according to the statement by CIA spokesperson Jennifer Youngblood.

"This officer is known for his collaborative and inclusive leadership style, and has demonstrated strong interest in leading junior officers to positions of greater responsibility," reads the statement. "He will be a great leader for the NCS and for the Agency's senior leadership team."

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Update:
CIA selects new head of clandestine service, passing over female officer -- Washington Post/AP

My Comment: Apparently running a secret prison will disqualify you for this job.

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