About
Paul Wolfowitz is an American political scientist and diplomat with a distinguished career in public service. He served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, and U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia. He also held the position of dean at the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University. Wolfowitz is currently a visiting scholar at the American Enterprise Institute.
Career Timeline
Ambassador to Indonesia
Appointment as ambassador marked a key step in his career.
Deputy Secretary of Defense
Played a major role in shaping US Military policy.
President of the World Bank
A controversial appointment due to his prior role in the Iraq war.
Resigns from World Bank
Resigned amidst controversy over alleged ethics violations.
Joins American Enterprise Institute
Became a visiting scholar, focusing on foreign policy.
Scholar and Commentator
Continues to engage in foreign policy debates, although less influential than before.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026