Former CIA Director R. James Woolsey Jr. dies at 84
Woolsey led the Central Intelligence Agency from 1993 to 1995 under Clinton. News reports confirmed his death at age 84. His tenure included the discovery of Aldrich Ames, a high-level mole for Russia. Woolsey resigned following the fallout from the Ames case, having faced criticism for his handling of disciplinary actions. Woolsey was a prominent national security expert and advocate for energy independence. Media outlets noted his transition to a more conservative stance on foreign policy in later years. He remained active in public discourse on intelligence matters and defense strategy throughout his retirement.
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