A Conversation with Jeh C. Johnson, General Counsel of the Department of Defense

Jeh Charles Johnson was appointed General Counsel of the Department of Defense on February 10, 2009, following nomination and confirmation by the U.S. Senate. Mr. Johnson serves as the chief legal officer of the Department of Defense and the legal advisor to the Secretary of Defense. His career has been marked by a mixture of high-profile private practice and distinguished public service. Mr. Johnson speaks about his experiences and his work, particularly his work on issues surrounding the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”