A former White House official has stated that Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), was about to be fired before he submitted his resignation in late 2025. The claim was made in a recent interview, though the White House has not publicly commented on the personnel matter.
Joe Kent served as the NCTC director from early 2023 until his resignation on November 7, 2025. His departure was announced by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), which stated he was leaving to pursue opportunities in the private sector. No reason for his impending dismissal was specified in the former official's claim.
The NCTC is a key agency within the U.S. intelligence community, responsible for integrating and analyzing terrorism intelligence. The leadership change occurred amidst ongoing counterterrorism efforts globally. The Biden administration has since appointed a successor to lead the center.
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