Deputy Secretary of State
Principal Deputy National Security Advisor
President Joe Biden entered office with plans to prioritize American workers in foreign policy and strengthen U.S. alliances against the threats posed by China and Russia. His administration would ultimately face significant crises abroad, from Ukraine to Gaza, that tested his vision for American diplomacy and brought new challenges and opportunities to the fore.
On Dec. 17, 2024, two members of Biden’s foreign policy team joined Baker Institute Director David Satterfield for a conversation on the president’s legacy as he prepares to exit office and as Donald Trump gears up for a second term. Video of the event is available on our YouTube channel.
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This conversation was recorded on Dec. 17, 2024. A transcript of this episode is available here. This text was AI-generated and has not been through editorial review.
Discussants
The Honorable Kurt M. Campbell
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State
The Honorable Jon Finer
U.S. Principal Deputy National Security Advisor
The Honorable David M. Satterfield
Director, Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy; Janice and Robert McNair Chair in Public Policy
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