Robert Karem
Definition
Robert Story Karem is an American policy advisor, attorney, and former senior government official specializing in national security and international affairs.
He served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs from June 2017 to November 2018 during the Trump administration.
Subsequently, he acted as National Security Advisor to Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, advising on defense, foreign policy, and intelligence matters.
Examples
Robert Karem's timely intervention during McConnell's hearing turned an awkward pause into a masterclass in Senate etiquette.
With Robert Karem whispering defense strategies, Capitol Hill's hawks finally learned the art of the subtle power play.
Robert Karem navigated Pentagon politics so smoothly, he made international security affairs look like a casual coffee chat.
Thanks to Robert Karem's advisory prowess, McConnell's national security briefings are now legendarily concise and confoundingly effective.