Michael Hayden
General and CIA Director
Born
March 17th, 1945
80 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A retired four-star general in the United States Air Force, served as the 20th Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 2006 to 2009. Played a crucial role in post-9/11 national security initiatives and intelligence reform. Oversaw the implementation of the National Counterterrorism Center and expanded the CIA's global drone program. Served as the Director of the National Security Agency prior to leading the CIA.
Directed the CIA from 2006 to 2009
Led the National Security Agency prior to CIA
Implemented key post-9/11 intelligence reforms
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