Garrett Berntsen, the State Department's Deputy Chief Data and AI Officer, has a rich background in military service and national security. He shares his vision of how AI can transform diplomacy, discussing its potential to streamline bureaucratic tasks and enhance data-driven negotiation strategies. The conversation touches on the delicate balance between transparency and secrecy in government, the impact of the Snowden leaks on tech integration, and the State Department's cautious approach to adopting industry practices while maintaining public trust.