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Leon Panetta
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- Born 28 June 1938
- Age 86
- Birth Place Monterey, California U.S.
- Profession Politician, Lawyer, Political Scientist, Jurist
- Political Party Democratic (1971-present)
- In Office 23rd United States Secretary Of Defense July 1, 2011 - February 26, 2013, 3rd Director Of The Central Intelligence Agency February 13, 2009 - June 30, 2011, 18th White House Chief Of Staff July 17, 1994 - January 20, 1997, 29th Director Of The Office Of Management And Budget January 21, 1993 - July 17, 1994, Chair Of The House Budget Committee January 3, 1989 - January 21, 1993, Member Of TheU.S. House Of Representativesfrom California January 3, 1977 - January 21, 1993
- Residence Carmel Valley Village
- Awards Army Commendation Medal
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Leon Panetta BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 11 Jan 2025
Leon Edward Panetta: A Life in Public Service Born June 28, 1938, Leon Panetta is a prominent figure in American Democratic politics. His career spans decades of service at the highest levels of government. He served in the US House of Representatives (1977-1993), representing California. Under Pres...
Leon Panetta PERSONAL LIFE
| Spouse | Sylvia Varni |
| Children | 3, including Jimmy |
| Education | Santa Clara University (BA, JD) |
POSITIONS HELD BY Leon Panetta
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| United States Secretary of Defense | 1 July 2011 - 27 February 2013 |
| White House Chief of Staff | 17 July 1994 - 20 January 1997 |
| Director of the Central Intelligence Agency | 13 February 2009 - 30 June 2011 |
| Member of the United States House of Representatives | 5 January 1993 - 22 January 1993 |
| Member of the United States House of Representatives | 3 January 1991 - 3 January 1993 |
LEON PANETTA NEWS
Panetta discusses Asia Pacific shifts
June 06, 2012 1:30 am
The US recently announced plans to shift a bulk of its naval fleet,including as many as six aircraft carriers,to the Pacific by 2020 as part of a new strategic focus on Asia.
Vietnam welcomes Panetta: US eyes Cam Ranh Bay
June 04, 2012 3:43 pm
Reason behind it is growing Chinese assertiveness and raging maritime territorial dispute in South China Sea.
Australia welcomes enhanced US presence in Asia-Pacific
June 03, 2012 2:43 pm
Aus defence minister Stephen Smith said the US move would have 'the positive impact' in the region.
US will put more warships in Asia: Panetta
June 02, 2012 1:06 pm
US says shift in focus to Asia not designed to contain China; committed to 6 aircraft carriers in region.
US to bolster military presence in Asia-Pacific: Panetta
June 01, 2012 4:49 pm
US Defence Secretary is embarking on a strategic tour of Asia,including India.
NATO has fight on its hands in Afghanistan: Panetta
May 28, 2012 10:39 am
US Defence Secy says plans for handing over security responsibilities to Afghan forces are on track.
US Defence Secretary Panetta to visit India in early June
May 23, 2012 11:24 am
India trip,first to the country in his capacity as Defence Secy,is part of his week-long Asia trip.
Zardari in Chicago but friction remains on NATO supply routes
May 20, 2012 3:48 pm
Top US official said the resolution would still take time amid signs of friction between the two sides.
Will continue drone strikes in Pak: Panetta
May 06, 2012 1:09 am
Brushing aside Pakistans objections,Defence Secretary Leon Panetta Saturday said US will continue with its drone strikes.
China assisting NKorean missile program: Leon Panetta
April 20, 2012 9:54 am
China is Pyongyang's only major ally,with ties that date back to communist origins of the two nations.
