I was honored to join @DCIARatcliffe in remembering the brave men and women of @CIA who gave everything for our country at last Friday's Memorial Ceremony. We will be forever grateful for their heroism, patriotism, and sacrifice.
Michael Ellis
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Michael Ellis
@DDCIAEllis
Official Account of CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis.
Joined May 2025
- Thank you to American Global Strategies for inviting me to the Geopolitical Leadership Summit this week to share @CIA's perspective on threats & challenges to U.S. national security. More than ever, American innovation & prosperity rely on close public-private partnerships. 🇺🇸
- Great to join the SCSP AI+ Intelligence Summit last week to discuss how the U.S. must continue to lead the AI race in the face of evolving global threats. @CIA is modernizing our capabilities for a new era of global competition.
- Section 702 of FISA contributes to nearly every CIA operation to protect our Nation from foreign threats and attacks. @CIA looks forward to working with Congress to enact a clean 18-month reauthorization of Section 702.
- Thank you to "Creative Disruptors in the Desert" for giving me the opportunity to share how @CIA is using advanced tech and partnering with the private sector to advance our mission. CIA is open for business!
- CIA is fully committed to delivering objective intelligence analysis. When we fall short of our standards, we owe it to the American people to correct the record.Today @DCIARatcliffe ordered the retraction or substantial revision of 19 products that failed to meet CIA analytic tradecraft standards. CIA is committed to delivering objective intelligence free from bias, partisanship, and any form of undue influence. cia.gov/stories/story/…
- Thank you to @patrickhenrycol for the warm welcome last week! I enjoyed the fireside chat with the Director of their Strategic Intelligence Program, and engaging with students on future opportunities in public service.
- A year ago today, I was sworn in as DDCIA. It remains a tremendous privilege to serve alongside @DCIARatcliffe and our dedicated @CIA officers as we work tirelessly to defend our national security.
- We're looking for partners with cutting-edge capabilities to support our most urgent mission needs. This framework will enable CIA to rapidly onboard breakthrough technology prototypes.Today @DCIARatcliffe announced a new Acquisition Framework designed to speed up CIA's ability to collaborate with U.S. commercial partners and harness the innovation of America's private sector. Learn more here: cia.gov/stories/story/…
- With the passing of convicted Soviet spy and former CIA officer Aldrich Ames, we remember Sandy Grimes and Jeanne Vertefeuille, and the team who upheld the Agency's values by uncovering his betrayal. Even in dark moments, integrity, courage, and justice prevail.
- Welcome to the CIA, Josh! Our OGC is in great hands with you at the helm.Today, President Trump's nominee for CIA General Counsel, Josh Simmons, was confirmed by the Senate. Welcome to the Agency, Josh! cia.gov/stories/story/…
