Who is Joe Kent? Trump’s counterterrorism chief resigns amid US‑Iran war
Joseph “Joe” Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), resigned on Tuesday in protest of the Trump administration's handling of the war with Iran. Kent, who was appointed by President Trump in 2025, stated that he could no longer support a conflict he believes is neither justified nor necessary, citing lack of credible threat assessments and pressure from Israel and its lobby. Kent’s departure raises questions about internal disagreements regarding intelligence assessments and the decision to engage militarily with Iran.
17 MAR 2026
— BBC
Top US counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns over Iran war
· THIS STORY — Times of India
Joseph Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned due to disagreements with the Trump administration's handling of the war with Iran.
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