Secure Line
Real-Time Intel for the Staff Shaping Policy.
The conference call series where Hill staff drive the conversation with leading national security experts—as events unfold so you have the information when it matters most.
Join the Next CallYour Questions. Our Expertise. In Real Time.
World events are moving faster than ever. Secure Line is designed to keep Hill staff as up to date as possible on the latest developments that matter most to U.S. national security.
We get that you don’t always have the time for long webinars or in-person events. Secure Line is designed put you in the driver’s seat, with expert calls that are straight to the point. You can ask the questions that matter most and shape the discussion with experts who understand the stakes. This isn’t just another briefing. It’s an interactive conversation for Hill staff, designed to fit your schedules and provide timely, actionable insights. Secure Line is built by former staff, for staff.
Staff-Driven Format
You Set the Agenda
Every call starts with your priorities. We tee up the issue, then you direct the conversation.
Expert Access, No Spin
Get direct access to leading national security experts, former government officials, and policy practitioners who know the issues best.
Actionable Intelligence
Walk away with insights you can turn into legislation, amendments, talking points, or strategy—immediately.
Strategic Communications Support
For press and comms teams: gain rapid-response messaging frameworks, narrative positioning, and earned media opportunities to stay ahead of the news cycle.
When It Matters
Secure Line calls are scheduled around breaking developments, legislative deadlines, and policy debates in real time.
What to Expect
Because your time is limited
30-45 minute calls. No fluff or spin. Just the analysis and Q&A you need.
Because you need answers, not presentations
An interactive format means you get to ask follow-ups, test ideas, and dig into the details that matter for your work. You can ask questions live on the calls or submit them anonymously beforehand.
Experts from across the spectrum
Each call features FDD Action’s policy experts alongside distinguished practitioners from government, military, intelligence, and the private sector—bringing you diverse perspectives from the leaders who’ve shaped policy on the front lines.
Coming Soon
Secure Line is launching with two timely calls on critical national security developments. Dates will be announced soon—register now to be first on the line.
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