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Cliff Sims.

American entrepreneur, author, and former official

Seen in 6 reportsLast reported Aug 14

Reports this week: 0
Active events: 0
Connections: 3

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Andy Baker was personally involved in negotiations with Iran. Cliff Sims replaced Baker as national security adviser, while Baker is expected to join O’Brien in the private sector.

Well supported9 reports
JD Vance, Cliff Sims, and Elise Stefanik are among several individuals being considered for the permanent Director of National Intelligence (DNI) role.

Some support2 reports1 development inside

Around Cliff Sims this week

News at the entities that move Cliff Sims most

JD Vance Structural
Talks are underway regarding the ongoing regional crisis, intense clashes have led to renewed ceasefire talks, and it was declared that troops will remain in southern Lebanon.

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JD Vance Structural

Cliff Sims serves as JD Vance's national security adviser.

Well supportedAug 14

Cliff Sims → JD Vance
JD Vance → Cliff Sims
Mike Needham Shared context

Peers who share the functional context of serving in the administration's national security roles.

Some supportAug 14

Cliff Sims → Mike Needham
Mike Needham → Cliff Sims

History

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August 2026

1 event

Aug 14, 2026Andy Baker was personally involved in negotiations with Iran. Cliff Sims replaced Baker as national security adviser, while Baker is expected to join O’Brien in the private sector.

June 2026

1 event

Jun 11, 2026JD Vance, Cliff Sims, and Elise Stefanik are among several individuals being considered for the permanent Director of National Intelligence (DNI) role.