ExComm (Executive Committee of the National Security Council)

The ExComm, or Executive Committee of the National Security Council, is a small, high-level group within the U.S. government composed of top national security officials. Its role is to advise the President on urgent and sensitive foreign policy and security issues, especially during crises. The committee discusses options, evaluates risks, and helps make quick, informed decisions to protect national interests. While it doesn't have formal decision-making authority, its recommendations are highly influential in shaping presidential actions during critical moments.