United States Southern Command
Carlos Braziel, Ed.D. is currently the Senior Portfolio Manager at the United States Southern Command, leading strategic initiatives and managing various programs. With a background in engineering management and security cooperation, Carlos has held key positions at organizations such as the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and U.S. Africa Command. In addition to their role at the Southern Command, Carlos also serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, teaching courses related to logistics, leadership communication, and integrated logistics management. Braziel's extensive experience in emergency management, terrorism, and security cooperation make him a valuable asset in both academic and government settings.
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United States Southern Command
The United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), located in Doral, Florida in Greater Miami, is one of ten Unified Combatant Commands (CCMDs) in the United States Department of Defense. It is responsible for providing contingency planning, operations, and security cooperation for Central and South America, the Caribbean (except U.S. commonwealths, territories, and possessions), their territorial waters, and for the force protection of U.S. military resources at these locations. USSOUTHCOM is also responsible for ensuring the defense of the Panama Canal and the canal area. As explained below, USSOUTHCOM has been under scrutiny due to several human rights and rule of law controversies in which it has been embroiled for nearly a decade.