To whom would the U.S. president most likely turn for advice during a rapidly developing national security crisis?

A. the secretary of state, since the Department of State carries out diplomatic affairs
B. the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
C. the secretary of defense and possibly the national security adviser
D. the secretary of defense, the national security adviser, and possibly the secretary of state

Answer: D

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