George Tenet

George Tenet is a former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), serving from 1997 to 2004. He played a crucial role in shaping U.S. intelligence operations, particularly during the events leading up to and following the September 11 attacks in 2001. Tenet is known for his involvement in the intelligence community's post-9/11 response and the controversy over pre-war intelligence regarding Iraq's weapons of mass destruction. His tenure was marked by significant challenges in national security and counterterrorism efforts, as well as debates over intelligence accuracy and policy decisions.