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White House Withdraws Francescon's NSA Nomination Amid Criticism

12/13/2025

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The White House withdrew Joe Francescon's nomination for deputy director of the National Security Agency as the acting deputy director retires.
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) criticized the decision, tying it to internal conflicts and Laura Loomer's exposure of Francescon's past Democratic donation.
Bacon warned the withdrawal leaves key national security roles unfilled amid ongoing cyber threats.
The top positions at NSA and Cyber Command will remain vacant for months.

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The White House withdrew Joe Francescon's nomination for deputy director of the National Security Agency as the acting deputy director retires.
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) criticized the decision, tying it to internal conflicts and Laura Loomer's exposure of Francescon's past Democratic donation.
Bacon warned the withdrawal leaves key national security roles unfilled amid ongoing cyber threats.
The top positions at NSA and Cyber Command will remain vacant for months.