James R. Clapper

About the Author

James R. Clapper is a distinguished American intelligence expert with over five decades of service in national security, including roles as Director of National Intelligence under President Obama and Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. His career, marked by pivotal contributions to U.S. intelligence operations during the Cold War, post-9/11 era, and beyond, offers unparalleled insights into the shadowy world of espionage and policy-making. In his acclaimed memoir, Facts and Fears: Hard Truths from a Life in Intelligence, Clapper candidly recounts the triumphs, ethical dilemmas, and hard lessons from his tenure, providing readers with a sobering look at the threats facing modern democracy. A recipient of the National Intelligence Distinguished Service Medal, Clapper continues to advise on global security issues, blending rigorous analysis with a commitment to transparency in an often opaque field.