Podcast: A Look Ahead at U.S. National Security

In the fourth episode of our Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), attorney Dan Sennott is joined by head of the National Security, Defense and Intelligence Team Jason Klitenic. Their conversation focuses on the future of national security in the United States. They explore how foreign influences on U.S. domestic affairs have evolved over the last few years particularly through the use of technology. Mr. Klitenic highlights how foreign actors have been able to infiltrate and undermine the United States through false information, misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms. He also shares advice for combatting misinformation as a way to restore faith in American democracy. The conversation briefly touches on the Russia and Ukraine conflict, indicating the likelihood of cyber-attacks and potential ramifications on Ukraine and the rest of the world. Lastly, Mr. Sennott and Mr. Klitenic share their thoughts about security clearance reform and protection of U.S. technology from intellectual property theft.

This Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries breaks down the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which is the yearly authorization of funding and policy for the entire Department of Defense (DoD). Hosted by attorney Dan Sennott, this miniseries delves deep into the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) NDAA, its wide-reaching provisions, policy initiatives and the associated laws being passed in Congress. In each episode of this miniseries, Holland & Knight attorneys will tackle specific topics and themes in the FY22 NDAA.

Listen to Part 1: NDAA Introduction and Overview of FY22 Themes »
Listen to Part 2: U.S. Economic Relationship with China and Reshoring Manufacturing Capabilities »
Listen to Part 3: FY22 NDAA Cybersecurity Provisions and Acquisition Reform »