Victoria Coates' Diverse Background

Victoria Coates has had a unique career journey, beginning as an art historian and transitioning into high-level government roles, including director of research for Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld and deputy national security advisor to President Donald Trump. She played a crucial role in the maximum pressure campaign against Iran and was instrumental in negotiating the Abraham Accords. Coates has held various positions, including advising the Secretary of Energy on national security issues, showcasing her multifaceted expertise. This diverse experience informs her current role as vice president of the Catherine and Shelby Cullum Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at the Heritage Foundation.