Biden Names CIA Director William Burns to Cabinet, Reflecting Central Role on Ukraine and Global Security

President Biden has named CIA Director William Burns as a member of his Cabinet, a largely symbolic move.
Burns has provided key intelligence to the White House on the war in Ukraine and has met with President Zelenskyy.
As a former ambassador to Russia, Burns has been a primary messenger between Washington and Moscow.
Biden has relied on Burns for straightforward analysis on issues like Russian aggression, China, and other threats.
The appointment signals Biden's confidence in Burns' leadership of the CIA and its contributions to national security.