The article discusses concerns about the infrastructure behind the President's Daily Brief (PDB), especially regarding potential inefficiencies if relocated. Former Deputy Director Beth Sanner warns against moving it, emphasizing that it risks significant miscommunication. Amidst these discussions, reports indicated President Trump received the PDB only 12 times in his second term's first 100 days, relying instead on updates from top aides. White House officials assert that he remains well-informed about national security issues. The PDB was established in 1964 to provide critical intelligence for presidential decision-making.
Beth Sanner emphasized that relocating the infrastructure for the PDB would lead to inefficiencies and increase the risk of miscommunication, calling it a "huge mistake."
The White House claims President Trump is adequately informed through his national security aides, maintaining he is regularly updated on critical developments.
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