Daniel Hoffman

Fox News Contributor

Daniel N. Hoffman has been a Fox News contributor since May 2018. Before joining Fox News, Hoffman had a distinguished career with the Central Intelligence Agency, where he was a three-time station chief and a senior executive Clandestine Services officer. Follow him on Twitter @danielhoffmanDC.

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DAN HOFFMAN: Grief can break your heart. Here's how to keep it from breaking your life

Marcus Aurelius' Stoic wisdom frames a CIA veteran's journey through grief after losing his wife Kim to cancer and raising their sons alone.

Russian diesel sanctions eased by Trump drawing pushback from GOP lawmakers

October 18, 2026

Russian diesel sanctions eased by Trump drawing pushback from GOP lawmakers

Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman and FOX Business contributor Phil Flynn analyze President Donald Trump's decision to ease sanctions against Russia and the fallout on 'Fox Report.'

US demands answers from Russia on suspected plague outbreak

October 7, 2026

US demands answers from Russia on suspected plague outbreak

Dan Hoffman reacts to the State Department demanding answers from Russia over a suspected plague outbreak. Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls on Russia to share more information regarding the health crisis.

Dan Hoffman reacts after Israel-bound flight diverted to Saudi Arabia

September 30, 2026

Dan Hoffman reacts after Israel-bound flight diverted to Saudi Arabia

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman weighs in on the incident in-flight and the completed withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq.

Terror plot foiled near RAF Fairford military base as several suspects arrested

September 28, 2026

Terror plot foiled near RAF Fairford military base as several suspects arrested

Several suspects were arrested in a suspected terror plot near a U.K. airbase RAF Fairford. Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman weighs in on the threat.

Trump faces critical foreign policy decisions with Iran and China

September 23, 2026

Trump faces critical foreign policy decisions with Iran and China

Fox News' Trey Yingst details secret U.S.-Iran talks, while Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman analyzes national security threats as the president faces critical decisions on Iran and China.

Iran fires on Jordan after US military hits tankers

September 9, 2026

Iran fires on Jordan after US military hits tankers

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss the latest on the attack and new details on a msision to de-mine the Strait of Hormuz.

Dan Hoffman reacts to US, Iran trading strikes after Jordan attack

August 31, 2026

Dan Hoffman reacts to US, Iran trading strikes after Jordan attack

Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman analyzes escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran following drone attacks on U.S. forces in Jordan. Hoffman breaks down military strategy as President Donald Trump weighs in on Iran losing global support.

Dan Hoffman on rising geopolitical tensions with Iran and North Korea

August 19, 2026

Dan Hoffman on rising geopolitical tensions with Iran and North Korea

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman discusses the rising standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, Russia's military support to Iran and reports of President Donald Trump pushing for another meeting with Kim Jong Un.

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August 2, 2026

Trump is proving that the way to better our military is to secure our supply chains

Trump's executive order bars defense contractors from buying critical minerals from China as part of a broader push to onshore manufacturing.

US eyes plan to obtain Iran’s nuclear material from Pickaxe Mountain site, report says

July 26, 2026

US eyes plan to obtain Iran’s nuclear material from Pickaxe Mountain site, report says

‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ host Griff Jenkins details reported U.S. plans to obtain Iran’s nuclear material. Former CIA Station Chief Dan Hoffman breaks down the Middle East conflict.

US launches new wave of strikes on Iran as Trump hints at targeting Pickaxe Mountain

July 15, 2026

US launches new wave of strikes on Iran as Trump hints at targeting Pickaxe Mountain

Fox News' Bill Hemmer reports the latest on the U.S. strikes against Iran and Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman weighs in on the escalation during 'America's Newsroom.'

US Central Command strikes Iranian military sites as concerns rise over nuclear program

July 13, 2026

US Central Command strikes Iranian military sites as concerns rise over nuclear program

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman discusses recent U.S. military strikes on Iran, highlighting satellite imagery suggesting Iran's efforts to rebuild nuclear sites.

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June 21, 2026

DAN HOFFMAN: Father’s Day reminds me every moment with my sons is a blessing

Dan Hoffman reflects on never missing his son's soccer games, his own dad's ski trips, and honoring CIA heroes who sacrificed fatherhood on duty.

President Donald Trump speaking with media near Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport

June 10, 2026

Trump’s counterterrorism strategy scores big wins against global terror threats

Trump administration's counterterrorism strategy drives operations against Iranian proxy terrorists and ISIS leaders planning global attacks.

Trump is 'telegraphing' that US is going to have to respond to this: Dan Hoffman

June 9, 2026

Trump is 'telegraphing' that US is going to have to respond to this: Dan Hoffman

Former CIA Chief of Station Dan Hoffman discusses Iran reportedly downing a U.S. Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz on 'America Reports.'

Dan Hoffman calls out Iran's 'nefarious' negotiation tactics

June 2, 2026

Dan Hoffman calls out Iran's 'nefarious' negotiation tactics

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman analyzes the U.S.-Iran diplomatic situation, including escalating attacks by Hezbollah at Iran's behest and Iran's strategic goals to drive a wedge between the U.S. and Israel.

Dan Hoffman analyzes US-Iran-Russia-China dynamics amid Mideast conflict

May 28, 2026

Dan Hoffman analyzes US-Iran-Russia-China dynamics amid Mideast conflict

Bill Hemmer breaks down the latest in the Strait of Hormuz. Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman also weighs in on Iran's strategic calculus, its alliances with Russia and China and the impact on U.S. influence in the Middle East.

Any Iran deal will be judged by ‘how much it cost’ to secure, ex-CIA station chief says

May 25, 2026

Any Iran deal will be judged by ‘how much it cost’ to secure, ex-CIA station chief says

Fox News contributor and former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman discusses ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran on ‘Fox News Live.’

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May 16, 2026

Chinese espionage steals $600 billion from US firms yearly. It’s time for government to act

I spoke with former CIA colleague Tom Lyons about how China's systematic espionage threatens U.S. companies and what reforms could harden defenses.

Trump weighs 'Project Freedom Plus' as Iran refuses to surrender enriched uranium stockpile

May 11, 2026

Trump weighs 'Project Freedom Plus' as Iran refuses to surrender enriched uranium stockpile

Trump weighs 'Project Freedom Plus' as Iran refuses to surrender enriched uranium stockpile.

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May 10, 2026

The CIA moms defending America deserve our gratitude this Mother's Day

A former CIA station chief reflects on the sacrifices mothers make while deployed in war zones, missing their children to defend national security.

Dan Hoffman: Iran wants to 'eliminate' US leverage in negotiations

April 27, 2026

Dan Hoffman: Iran wants to 'eliminate' US leverage in negotiations

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss the latest on negotiations with Iran as President Donald Trump doubles down on his call against the regime having nuclear weapons.

Mexican president demands answers on CIA operation after deadly raid

April 22, 2026

Mexican president demands answers on CIA operation after deadly raid

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman and former DEA acting administrator Derek Maltz discuss Mexico’s demand for answers over an alleged CIA role in a deadly drug raid on ‘America Reports.’

US intel on 'high alert' as peace talks remain uncertain

April 21, 2026

US intel on 'high alert' as peace talks remain uncertain

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman sounds the alarm over China's support for the Iranian regime, while Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn. faces backlash for a response to reports of Iranian ships bypassing the U.S. blockade.

Iran says Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open'

April 17, 2026

Iran says Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open'

Fox News correspondent Matt Finn joins 'America's Newsroom' reporting on Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz for the duration of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman weighs in on the potential impact.

Iran will take as much as the US allows, Dan Hoffman warns

April 10, 2026

Iran will take as much as the US allows, Dan Hoffman warns

Fox News' Matt Finn reports the latest on activity in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran is reportedly demanding fees for passage. Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman joins 'America's Newsroom' to weigh in.

US warns Iran will pay a 'grave price' if regime refuses to negotiate

March 31, 2026

US warns Iran will pay a 'grave price' if regime refuses to negotiate

Fox News contributor Dan Hoffman analyzes the escalation of U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iranian-backed threats and the Trump administration’s efforts to pressure allies into securing the Strait of Hormuz.

CIA tracked Iranian leaders in lead-up to joint U.S.–Israel strikes, report says

March 2, 2026

CIA tracked Iranian leaders in lead-up to joint U.S.–Israel strikes, report says

Former CIA Station chief Dan Hoffman discusses 'Operation Epic Fury,' Iran’s missile threats and military stockpiles, and the intelligence behind the U.S.–Israel campaign on ‘America Reports.'

Dan Hoffman: Iran's regime 'decapitated' after US, Israel launch historic strikes

March 1, 2026

Dan Hoffman: Iran's regime 'decapitated' after US, Israel launch historic strikes

Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman discusses the 'decapitation' of Iran's regime following U.S. and Israeli strikes, highlighting the role of cutting-edge intelligence.