David Cook
National Security Advisor for a Member of Congress
For the past 10 years, David served in the United States Army in both conventional and Special Operations units. Most recently, he authored a detailed concept, strategy and implementation plan to expand Special Operations digital influence capabilities through open-source information exploitation. David has taught US Special Operators and advised foreign militaries alike in information and irregular warfare, focused on the use of emerging technology to achieve national interests and objectives. Throughout his career, David held numerous leadership and staff positions, both in and out of combat zones.
David began his military career in the 82nd Airborne Division as a reconnaissance scout before being selected for Special Operations Forces Psychological Operations Regiment where he gained first-hand knowledge and expertise in the dangerous implications of disinformation on populations and nations.
David is serving with the Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) and working on issues pertaining to AI, defense tech procurement, and data privacy.