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Matt Pottinger
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Pottinger in 2011
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| United States Deputy National Security Advisor | |
| In office 22 September 2019 – 7 January 2021 |
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| President | Donald Trump |
| Preceded by | Charles Kupperman |
| Succeeded by | Vacant |
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| Born | 1973/1974 (age 46–47) |
| Spouse(s) | Yen Pottinger |
| Children | 2 |
| Father | John Stanley Pottinger |
| Education | University of Massachusetts, Amherst (BA) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 2005–2010 (active) 2010–present (reserve) |
| Battles/wars | Iraq War War in Afghanistan |
| Awards | Bronze Star Combat Action Ribbon Defense Meritorious Service Medal |
Matthew Pottinger is an American former journalist and U.S. Marine Corps officer who served as the United States Deputy National Security Advisor from 22 September 2019 until 7 January 2021. Previously serving as Asia Director on the National Security Council since 2017, his tenure was unusual among senior aides serving under President Trump for its length, given an administration marked by high turnover. Pottinger worked to develop the Trump administration's policies towards China.
He resigned from his position early 7 January in the wake of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol.
Personal life
Pottinger is married to Dr. Yen Pottinger and they have two children. After Pottinger resigned in 2021, he announced that he and his family would relocate to Utah.
