Cliff Sims Takes on New White House Role

Alabama's own Cliff Sims is heading back to the White House! The Yellowhammer News founder and former Trump administration official has been tapped as Vice President JD Vance's principal national security and foreign policy advisor.

From Alabama Roots to National Stage

This latest move adds another impressive chapter to Sims' career, taking him from the heart of Alabama politics to the highest levels of U.S. national security.

Vance Welcomes Sims to the Team

"Cliff has been a good friend and advisor on the outside, and I’m excited to now have him with me in this new role in the White House," Vance told reporters.

A Critical Role in a Complex World

Sims will join Andy Baker in expanding the vice president’s foreign policy team at a crucial time, as the administration navigates various international conflicts, including the situations in Ukraine and involving Iran.

High Praise from Former Colleagues

Former CIA Director John Ratcliffe, who worked with Sims during the Trump administration, vouched for his expertise. He noted, "Cliff served as one of my deputies when I was DNI, and I saw firsthand his exceptional judgment and command of the most sensitive national security matters."

Trump Jr. Highlights Sims' "America First" Expertise

Donald Trump Jr. also applauded the selection, emphasizing Sims' long-standing commitment to Trump's agenda. "Cliff has been with my father since his first campaign in 2016 and knows his America First foreign policy agenda inside and out," Trump Jr. stated.

A Diverse Background

Sims' journey includes founding Yellowhammer News, serving in key roles in the Trump White House, and even writing a bestselling memoir ("Team of Vipers"). He's also led Telegraph Creative, a Birmingham-based agency, and served on the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission.