Robert Kagan, the husband of Victoria Nuland, has had a successful career in politics and foreign policy. Born in Athens, Greece in 1958, Kagan is a neoconservative scholar and advocate of liberal interventionism.
He co-founded the Project for the New American Century in 1997 and has written several books on American history and foreign policy.
Kagan has also served in the State Department and is currently a Senior Fellow at the Strobe Talbott Center for Security, Strategy, and Technology at the Brookings Institution.
He holds a doctorate in American history from American University and has been a prominent figure in US foreign policy for decades.
As for Victoria Nuland, she has had a distinguished career in diplomacy, serving as the Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs under President Joe Biden since 2021. Known for her strong support for Ukraine and tough stance on Russia, Nuland has announced her resignation from her current role.
In a press statement, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken praised Nuland for her three and a half decades of public service under six Presidents and ten Secretaries of State. He highlighted her leadership during the crisis in Ukraine and her tireless dedication to American values and interests.
Nuland’s diplomatic skill, mentorship of diplomats, and commitment to upholding democratic principles have left a lasting impact on the Department of State and the world. John Bass will serve as Acting Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs until Nuland’s replacement is confirmed.
Victoria Nuland’s resignation marks the end of an era in US diplomacy, but her legacy of leadership, integrity, and dedication will continue to inspire diplomats and policymakers for years to come.
