National Security Advisers

President Bartlet's national security advisers direct policy on classified operations, including the Madras Place research facility. C.J. Cregg invokes their National Security Council directive to block press disclosures, prioritizing operational secrecy. Danny Concannon questions if fear of retribution motivates their stance, underscoring tensions between security protocols and public accountability. Their collective decisions guide White House responses to potential threats, influencing information flow during controversies.