White House Undermines National Security Council Structure, Proposes Reforms – Lawfare

Lawfare analyzes recent changes to the National Security Council under the current administration. The article argues that the White House altered the NSC’s traditional decision‑making process. It describes how those alterations have weakened coordination among agencies. Specific procedural shifts are identified as the source of the breakdown. The piece outlines the risks posed to national security by the weakened structure. It also offers a series of recommendations intended to restore the NSC’s effectiveness. Suggested reforms include reinstating established protocols and improving inter‑agency communication. Lawfare concludes that implementing these fixes is essential for coherent policy execution.