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I am a patriot, and it is my sacred duty and honor to advance and defend OUR country, irrespective of party or politics.

— Alexander Vindman Opening Statement of Lieutenant Colonel Alexander S. Vindman (2019)

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Following the debriefing meeting, I reported my concerns to the NSC’s lead counsel. Dr. Hill also reported the incident to the NSC’s lead counsel.

Opening Statement of Lieutenant Colonel Alexander S. Vindman (2019)

On July 25th, 2019, the call occurred.

Impeachment Inquiry: Ms. Jennifer Williams and Lietenant Colonel Alexander Vindman (2019)

As a young man, I decided I wanted to spend my life serving this Nation that gave my family refuge from authoritarian oppression. For the last 20 years, it has been an honor to represent and protect this great country.

Impeachment Inquiry: Ms. Jennifer Williams and Lietenant Colonel Alexander Vindman (2019)

I want to... recognize the courage of my colleagues who have appeared and are scheduled to appear before this committee. ...[T]he character attacks on these distinguished and honorable public servants is reprehensible.

Impeachment Inquiry: Ms. Jennifer Williams and Lietenant Colonel Alexander Vindman (2019)

When I joined the White House’s National Security Council (“NSC”), I reported to Dr. Fiona Hill, who in turn reported to John Bolton, the National Security Advisor.

Opening Statement of Lieutenant Colonel Alexander S. Vindman (2019)

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