National Security Expert
Robert L. Maginnis
Faith, Security & Truth
Lt. Col. Robert L. Maginnis brings decades of military expertise, Pentagon policy experience, and Christian conviction to America's most pressing national security challenges.
Robert L. Maginnis
Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel
Robert L. Maginnis is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with distinguished service as an airborne-ranger infantry officer. A graduate of West Point, Naval Postgraduate School, Command & General Staff College, and Army War College, Col. Maginnis brings unparalleled expertise in military policy, national security, and foreign affairs.
He currently serves as Senior Fellow for National Security at the Family Research Council in Washington, DC, and is the President of Maginnis Strategies, LLC. He is recognized as an expert on US military security cooperation, having served as an instructor of the Army Security Cooperation Planners' Course at the US Army War College, Carlisle, PA, and worked with MESMO, LLC and SIGMATECH of Huntsville, Alabama.
Col. Maginnis has appeared on all major television networks and most radio networks over three decades, including Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC, NBC, and CBS. He is a prolific author of nearly 1,000 articles and 13 published books on national security, military policy, geopolitical threats, and Christian worldview.
Recent Video Appearances
Capitol Report: Iran Panel Discussion
MOST RECENT - 8 days ago
Lt. Col. Maginnis joins former Ambassador James Jeffrey on NTD's Capitol Report to discuss Trump's Iran strategy and military readiness.
Watch on YouTube →Preparing for World War III
5 days ago - Family Research Council
Lt. Col. Maginnis discusses his latest book on global conflict and redefining tomorrow's security landscape.
Watch on YouTube →SkyWatch TV: AI for Mankind
Part 2 - Archive
Multi-part series analyzing the spiritual and strategic implications of artificial intelligence.
Watch on YouTube →Fox News: Soldiers Ready
1 year ago - 5:25
Lt. Col. Maginnis on military readiness and U.S. security challenges against China.
Watch on Fox News →A.I. For Mankind's Future
Full Presentation - 4 months ago
Comprehensive presentation on artificial intelligence and its implications for humanity.
Watch on YouTube →Recent Articles & Analysis
Fox News Digital
Regular contributor on national security policy and military readiness.
Read Articles →American Thinker
Analysis of geopolitical threats, military policy, and strategic challenges.
American Thinker →American Family Network
Commentary on national security from a Christian worldview perspective.
Read Articles →Washington Stand
In-depth analysis on national security, military policy, and faith-based perspectives.
Read Articles →Books & Thought Leadership
The New AI Cold War
Exploring the strategic implications of artificial intelligence in modern geopolitical competition.
View on Amazon →Preparing for World War III
A comprehensive analysis of emerging global threats and military readiness challenges.
2024
Progressive Evil
Analyzing the cultural and spiritual dimensions of modern progressive ideology.
Multiple Editions
13 published books on national security, military policy, and Christian worldview
View All Books on AmazonTelevision & Radio Appearances
Television
- • Fox News - Regular military analyst on Your World with Neil Cavuto
- • Fox Business - The Evening Edit
- • CNN - Crossfire, Wolf Blitzer Reports
- • MSNBC - Hardball, Equal Time
- • PBS NewsHour - Military and policy expert
- • ABC, NBC, CBS - 60 Minutes, Good Morning America
Radio & Podcasts
- • Moody Broadcasting Radio Network - National security analyst
- • Salem Radio Network - Regular contributor
- • Prophecy Today - Faith and security commentary
- • The Jim Bakker Show - Multiple appearances
- • The Schilling Show Unleashed - Podcast interviews
SkyWatch TV
- • Multiple appearances - Regular guest discussing national security and AI
- • AI for Mankind's Future - Multi-part series on Christian perspective of AI
- • Geopolitical Analysis - China, military readiness, and global threats
- • Available on: SkyWatch TV website, app, Roku, Rumble, YouTube
One America Network (OAN)
Real America with Dan Ball
- • Regular guest appearances - Discussing national security and geopolitical threats
- • Topics covered: China aggression, military readiness, Middle East policy, weapons systems
- • Recent appearances: December 2025, November 2025, and ongoing
- • Available on: OAN, YouTube, Facebook, iHeart Podcast
Appeared on all major television and most radio networks over three decades, with regular appearances on SkyWatch TV, One America Network, Fox News, and other leading platforms discussing national security, geopolitical threats, military policy, and AI's impact on Christianity
Recent Articles & Opinion
Trump pushed Iran to the brink — but did we win anything?
April 16, 2026
Stop Listening to the Wrong Experts
April 14, 2026
U.S. Strikes on Iran Cannot Continue Indefinitely, Experts Say
March 13, 2026
American Family Network (AFN)
Opinion & Commentary
Regular contributor to American Family Network's opinion section, providing analysis on national security, military policy, AI, and geopolitical threats from a Christian worldview perspective.
- • Recent articles: Pentagon vs. Anthropic dispute over AI, nuclear testing policy, press freedom, military leadership
- • Focus areas: National security, AI implications, military readiness, geopolitical analysis
- • Published: Multiple articles in 2025-2026
Nearly 1,000 articles published across Fox News, American Thinker, American Family Network, military journals, and major publications
Conferences & Group Presentations
Speaking Topics
- •Artificial Intelligence & Christianity — The spiritual and moral implications of AI advancement
- •National Security Threats — Geopolitical challenges and military readiness
- •Foreign Affairs & Military Policy — Strategic analysis of global conflicts
- •Faith & Security — Christian worldview on national defense
- •Military Security Cooperation — International defense partnerships
Featured AI Books
AI for Mankind's Future
A Christian perspective on artificial intelligence and its implications for humanity
The New AI Cold War
Strategic analysis of AI competition between global superpowers
The Final Algorithm
Forthcoming — Exploring the ultimate implications of advanced AI systems
Available for Speaking Engagements
Lt. Col. Maginnis is available to speak at conferences, corporate events, churches, universities, and civic organizations on national security, military policy, foreign affairs, and the intersection of faith and technology.
Request Speaking EngagementUpcoming Speaking Engagements
April 26, 2026
10:00 AM & 5:00 PM
Artificial Intelligence & the Christian
Two Special Messages at Hickory Hammock Baptist Church
Morning Service (10:00 AM)
When Tools Become Thrones
Based on: AI for Mankind's Future
Evening Presentation (5:00 PM)
Faith, Freedom, and the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Based on: The New AI Cold War
Location: Hickory Hammock Baptist Church
8351 Hickory Hammock Rd, Milton, FL 32583
Admission: Free • All Are Welcome
More Events Coming
Additional speaking engagements and events are being scheduled. Contact us for inquiries about bringing Lt. Col. Maginnis to your organization.
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Expertise Areas: National Security • Military Policy • Foreign Affairs • Security Cooperation • Geopolitical Analysis • Christian Worldview
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