The Reagan National Defense Forum (RNDF) brings together leaders from across the political spectrum and key stakeholders in the defense community, including Members of Congress, current and former Administration officials, senior military leadership, industry executives, technology innovators, and thought leaders.
Access to the speakers, for the general public, is by a live stream.
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Program: Reagan National Defense Forum | The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute
Over 60 members of the U.S. legislators and office representatives are present for this 11h annual event in Simi Valley at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley.
- There are ten sessions, some overlapping, including a Fireside Chat at 9:30am with the Honorable Gina M. Raimondo, U.S. Secretary of Commerce; moderated by Ms. Jennifer Griffin of Fox News Channel.
- A "Peace Through Strength Awards Ceremony" will recognize
- The Honorable Lloyd J. Austin III, U.S. Secretary of Defense
- Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell
- Afterwards, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will give the keynote address at the luncheon.
- An additional Fireside Chat at 2:00pm with Honorable Jake Sullivan, U.S. National Security Advisor will be moderated by Ms. Shannon Bream of Fox News Channel
- A final Panel #10 mirrors the theme of this year's event "In Transition: A Conversation on Peace Through Strength with National Security Leaders". The panel consists of
- Dr. H.R. McMaster, Former U.S. National Security Advisor
- Amb. Robert O’Brien, Former U.S. National Security Advisor
- Hon. Leon Panetta, Former U.S. Secretary of Defense (a returning speaker)
- Moderator: Mr. Bill Hemmer of Fox News Channel.
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