Richard Correll

Vice Admiral Richard Correll is a senior officer in the United States Navy who has been nominated to oversee U.S. Strategic Command, responsible for the nation's nuclear arsenal. With a career spanning multiple decades, Correll has held various key positions, including deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command. His expertise is critical in the context of national security and nuclear deterrence, especially amid evolving international threats. Recently, he gained attention for his measured response to President Trump's unexpected directive to resume nuclear testing, indicating that he had not been briefed on the matter prior to the announcement.