Ash Carter (Former Secretary of Defence)

Ash Carter is a former United States Secretary of Defense who served from 2015 to 2017 under President Barack Obama. Before his tenure, he held various key roles in the Department of Defense, focusing on technology and military innovation. Carter was known for his efforts to modernize the U.S. military and enhance defense strategies, particularly in relation to cybersecurity and emerging threats. He played a significant role in the fight against ISIS and promoted initiatives for gender equality in the military. His background as a physicist and educator informs his approach to defense policy and national security challenges.