What committee serves as the principle military adviser to the president?
A)The State Department
B)The Central Intelligence Agency
C)The Joint Chiefs of Staff
D)The Defense Department's Defense Intelligence Agency
E)The Department of Defense

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The Joint Chiefs of Staff is a committee composed of the chairman, vice chairman, and heads of each branch of the United States Armed Forces. They serve as the principal military advisers to the president, the National Security Council, and the Secretary of Defense. Their role is to provide advice and recommendations to the president regarding military operations and national security matters. Therefore, the correct answer is C) The Joint Chiefs of Staff.

What Committee Serves as the Principle Military Adviser to the President