Security Council
noun
: a permanent council of the United Nations with primary responsibility for maintaining peace and security
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Eileen Laubacher, a Navy veteran and National Security Council official, will appear on the ballot while Jenna Preston, a clinical psychologist, is mounting a write-in challenge.
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Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The United Nations Security Council discussed the attack in a June 22 session.
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The Christian Science Monitor,
Christian Science Monitor,
26 June 2026
Although these other agencies are not specified, these consultations could involve the Department of State, the National Security Council and the Department of Justice.
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Gisela Salomon,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Conley worked on the National Security Council in the Biden administration as director of counterterrorism.
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Mark Prussin,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The United Nations Security Council discussed the attack in a June 22 session.
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The Christian Science Monitor,
Christian Science Monitor,
26 June 2026
Although these other agencies are not specified, these consultations could involve the Department of State, the National Security Council and the Department of Justice.
—
Gisela Salomon,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Conley worked on the National Security Council in the Biden administration as director of counterterrorism.
—
Mark Prussin,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
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“Security Council.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Security%20Council. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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