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Former CIA Director James Woolsey Dies at 84

Former CIA Director James Woolsey testifying before Congress during his confirmation hearing

Former CIA Director James Woolsey testifying before Congress during his confirmation hearing

Former Director of Central Intelligence R. James Woolsey Jr. died on Tuesday at the age of 84. According to his wife, Conchita Sarnoff Woolsey, the former intelligence chief passed away following a stroke after years of suffering from health complications linked to "Havana syndrome."

Woolsey led the Central Intelligence Agency from 1993 to 1995 during the early years of President Bill Clinton's administration. He guided the agency through the uncertain aftermath of the Cold War, working to protect intelligence budgets and build stronger ties between foreign intelligence operators and domestic law enforcement agencies.

Prior to his leadership at Langley, Woolsey served as undersecretary of the Navy under President Jimmy Carter and as an ambassador during the administration of President George H.W. Bush. His long career in national security established him as a key figure in American defense policy across multiple decades.

Based on an official statement released by the Central Intelligence Agency, the agency extended condolences to his family and praised his service. "He was a great patriot who served his country as Director of Central Intelligence, Undersecretary of the Navy, Ambassador, and attorney," the agency stated.

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