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Antony Blinken

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Antony Blinken is an American diplomat and foreign-policy official who served as United States secretary of state from 2021 to 2025 during Joe Biden’s presidency. Before becoming secretary of state, he served as deputy national security advisor and deputy secretary of state under President Barack Obama. His tenure focused on alliances, NATO, support for Ukraine, relations with China, and diplomacy in the Middle East.

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What jobs did Antony Blinken hold before becoming secretary of state?

He was deputy secretary of state from 2015 to 2017 and principal deputy national security advisor earlier in the Obama administration. He also served as staff director of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee when Joe Biden chaired it, a working relationship that went back years.

What consulting firm did Antony Blinken co-found?

After leaving government in 2017, he co-founded WestExec Advisors, a Washington strategy and consulting firm, with former defense official Michèle Flournoy. He returned to government when Biden nominated him as secretary of state.

How long was Antony Blinken secretary of state?

He served the full term from January 2021 to January 2025 under President Joe Biden. He succeeded Mike Pompeo and was succeeded by Marco Rubio in 2025.

Is it true Antony Blinken plays guitar and makes music?

Yes. Blinken is a longtime guitar player and has released music on Spotify under the name Ablinken, including a track called "Patience". His music hobby was widely covered during his time as America's top diplomat.