John M.

John M. is a highly accomplished professional with extensive experience in government and media. Currently serving as the Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of State since August 2025, John has also held roles as an Associate Professor of Government (Adjunct) at Liberty University and contributed to various media outlets, including The Gateway Pundit and Newsmax Media, Inc. As a Senior Fellow at the Center for Security Policy, John has offered insights on national security matters while also participating as a member of The SPECTRUM Group and the Committee on Present Danger China. Additionally, John has played a leadership role as Director at the United Atomic Export Conglomerate (UAEC) LLC and Cyber Asymetrics Associates (CA2) LLC. An educational background in strategic studies with a focus on national security policy and a master's in marketing complements a career dedicated to security, policy, and media engagement.