William Ruger

William Ruger is the President of the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) and a former nominee for U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan under the Trump administration. A U.S. Navy Reserve officer, Ruger is known for his advocacy against America's prolonged involvement in the Afghanistan War. His recent comments regarding President Trump's decision to dismiss several high-ranking military leaders highlight his belief that these changes are aimed at aligning the military with a more lethal and effective defense strategy.