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Peter J. Brown

b. 1963

American homeland security advisor

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About Peter J. Brown

Born 1963. Peter J. Brown is an American.

Peter James Brown (born Peter James Rogan; October 28, 1963) is a retired United States Coast Guard rear admiral, who served as the Special Representative for Puerto Rico's Disaster Recovery. He previously served as the ninth Homeland Security Advisor in the first Trump Administration.

Early life and education Brown was born in New York City

Career Prior to serving in the United States Department of Homeland Security, Brown was a commander of the Coast Guard's Seventh District in Miami.

In September 2019, Brown was active in advising President Trump during Hurricane Dorian, accompanying him to Camp David to provide status updates during the storm. During the Hurricane Dorian–Alabama controversy, Brown defended Trump in several statements, stating that he had briefed the president on models in which Dorian would make landfall in Alabama.

On February 7, 2020, it was announced that Brown would become Trump's Special Representative for Puerto Rico's Disaster Recovery, coordinating Puerto Rico’s continuing recovery efforts from Hurricane Maria and the recent 2020 Puerto Rico earthquakes.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
University of Miami College of Arts and Sciences, University of Connecticut School of Law, United States Coast Guard Academy, University of Miami
Positions held
Homeland Security Advisor
Also known as
Peter James Brown, Peter James Rogan

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Peter J. Brown?

American homeland security advisor

When was Peter J. Brown born?

Peter J. Brown was born on 28 October 1963 in Somers, New York City.

What nationality is Peter J. Brown?

Peter J. Brown is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter J. Brown

· Wikidata: Q85792926

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