Army Secretary Wormuth on Leadership in National Security

Army Secretary Christine Wormuth discussed leadership in national security at an event hosted by George Washington University. The secretary highlighted key qualities of a leader, discussed ethics and building trust, and outlined Army efforts to create a pipeline for more female leaders. In addition, she discussed leadership challenges that she has faced as Army secretary, including dealing with a recruitment crisis, national security challenges, and transforming the Army from counterterrorism to a force that can engage in large-scale combat. The secretary also took questions on a variety of topics, including the Army’s role in the Indo-Pacific, the Army’s “can do” attitude, and gave advice to aspiring national security leaders. close