Joe Kent
Joe Kent is a former Green Beret and CIA paramilitary officer who has recently been appointed as the director of the National Counterterrorism Center. With a background in special operations and intelligence, Kent brings significant experience in counterterrorism strategies, particularly in dealing with complex threats posed by international drug cartels. His recent news coverage stems from his new role and the U.S. government's intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking, particularly the production of fentanyl in Mexico.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3 | 5.00 | 0.14% | +20% | 331,002,651 | 566,893 | $21,000,000 | 35,966$ |
| Totals | 3 | 331,002,651 | 566,893 | $21,000,000 | 35,966$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United States:
Joe Kent was referenced by Rep. Bennie Thompson during the hearing regarding the vetting of Lakanwal.
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United States:
Joe Kent is the NCTC Director who commented on the vetting process of Lakanwal.
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United States:
Trump’s NCTC Director Joe Kent confirmed in a tweet Friday that Lakanwal was previously vetted by the US intelligence community.
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Mexico:
Joe Kent, director of the NCTC, expressed pride in the intelligence community's efforts to combat the threat posed by foreign terrorist organizations.
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United States:
One of Gabbard’s top advisers, Joe Kent, demanded that the NIC 'update' an assessment.
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Venezuela:
Joe Kent is the chief of staff for Tulsi Gabbard who suggested rewriting an internal evaluation.
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United States:
Joe Kent is identified as the chief of staff to Tulsi Gabbard and was involved in pushing for a rewrite of the intelligence assessment.
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United States:
Joe Kent is the husband of Shannon Kent and was recently named director of the National Counterterrorism Center.
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United States:
Joe Kent, a top aide to Ms. Gabbard, suggested that delaying the strikes would not eliminate military options.
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Italy:
Joe Kent responded to J.D. Vance regarding military options in Yemen.
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