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The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday that President-elect Donald Trump has selected Florida Congressman Michael Waltz as his administration’s next National Security Advisor. Waltz, a veteran of the Green Berets, served in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. The National Security Advisor position does not require Senate confirmation, allowing the president to appoint directly. The role coordinates all matters related to national security, executes policies, and reports to the president. Trump had four National Security Advisors during his first term. H.R. McMaster and John Bolton le…