Top NSC Official Over Russian Affairs On Leave Pending Investigation

Top NSC Official Over Russian Affairs On Leave Pending Investigation

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Andrew Peek, who took the senior director position in November 2019, is on indefinite administrative leave due to a security-related investigation. Peek declined to comment, and NSC officials also refrained from commenting on personnel matters. His exit occurred just before he was to attend the World Economic Forum with President Trump. The role has seen significant turnover, with Fiona Hill and Tim Morrison previously holding the position. Peek had previously worked at the State Department as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Iraq and Iran.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the reason for Andrew Peek's indefinite administrative leave?

A security-related investigation

Personal reasons

Health issues

Retirement

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What was Andrew Peek's position before he went on administrative leave?

Secretary of Defense

Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Iraq and Iran

National Security Advisor

Senior Director for European and Russian Affairs

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What event was Andrew Peek supposed to attend before his exit?

UN General Assembly

G7 Summit

NATO Summit

World Economic Forum

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Who were the previous holders of the position before Andrew Peek?

Henry Kissinger and Zbigniew Brzezinski

Fiona Hill and Tim Morrison

Susan Rice and Condoleezza Rice

John Bolton and Michael Flynn

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What was Andrew Peek's role at the State Department?

Under Secretary for Political Affairs

Ambassador to the United Nations

Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Iraq and Iran

Secretary of State