Soofer named to Pentagon post

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said today Robert Soofer has been selected to serve as deputy assistant secretary of defense for nuclear and missile defense policy.

Soofer has worked as a professional staff member for the Senate Armed Services Committee, serving as staff lead for the strategic forces subcommittee.

Additionally, Mattis announced Amy Mitchell has been selected to serve as special assistant to the secretary of defense for protocol. Mitchell most recently served as vice president of communications for National Review.