In 1998, Jake Sullivan completed his undergraduate studies at Yale University, majoring in political science.

In 2000, Jake Sullivan achieved second place in the 2000 World Debating Championship, a significant accomplishment after facing initial setbacks at Yale.

Jake Sullivan graduated with a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School in 2003.

Jake Sullivan began working for Hillary Clinton during her first presidential campaign in 2008, after being introduced to her by Senator Amy Klobuchar.

In January 2009, Jake Sullivan started working at the State Department as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy. Prior to this role, he had experience working on political campaigns and as a lawyer in Minnesota.

In July 2012, Jake Sullivan, along with Bill Burns, conducted secret meetings with Iranian officials in Oman. These meetings were the first of several that eventually led to negotiations for the 2015 nuclear accord.

Vice President Biden announced the appointment of Jake Sullivan as the new National Security Advisor, replacing Tony Blinken. Sullivan previously held positions at the State Department, including Director of Policy Planning and Deputy Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Jake Sullivan was photographed at Hillary Clinton's campaign headquarters in Brooklyn, New York on August 18, 2016. After Clinton's loss in the 2016 election, Sullivan considered moving out of Washington with his wife Maggie Goodlander.

China heavily subsidized multiple sectors, leading to challenges for the international economic order and impacting America's competitiveness across industries.

On November 22, 2020, Jake Sullivan was announced as President-elect Joe Biden's choice to be National Security Advisor. Sullivan highlighted the early priorities of Biden's National Security Council, including addressing the COVID-19 pandemic and improving relations with China.

Jake Sullivan, U.S. President Joe Biden’s national security advisor, speaks alongside President-elect Joe Biden at the Queen Theater in Wilmington, Delaware. Sullivan has a background in debate, excelling in national and international competitions during his academic years.

Jake Sullivan, the White House's first Indo-Pacific coordinator, answered questions from reporters during a news conference at the White House on February 4, 2021.

Jake Sullivan participated in a virtual meeting with President Biden and Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador at the White House on March 1.

Jake Sullivan, described as Biden's 'once-in-a-generation intellect,' is currently facing a significant challenge.

On September 28, 2021, Jake Sullivan met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia to discuss the global energy crisis, Saudi Arabian-led intervention in Yemen, and the potential deal to normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

On October 6, 2021, Jake Sullivan held a high-level meeting with top Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi in Zürich, Switzerland. The discussions focused on various contentious aspects of Chinese-American relations, such as Taiwan, trade disputes, and civic freedoms in Hong Kong.

On October 25, 2021, Jake Sullivan was briefed by Pentagon officials on military options to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

On November 7, 2021, Jake Sullivan stated that the US no longer seeks system change in China and is not pursuing a new Cold War with the country. Instead, the focus is on peaceful coexistence.

On December 7, 2021, Jake Sullivan warned that Russia's Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline project would be halted in the event of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.

On January 14, 2022, Jake Sullivan accused Russia of sending saboteurs into Ukraine to stage a false-flag operation, which could serve as a pretext for a Russian invasion. The claim was dismissed by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

On February 11, 2022, Jake Sullivan publicly warned about the likelihood of a Russian invasion of Ukraine before the end of the 2022 Winter Olympics. He advised Americans to leave Ukraine immediately, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation.

President Biden emphasized the importance of Israel facilitating more trucks and routes to provide necessary help to people in need. This initiative was taken to address the humanitarian crisis in the region.

On March 13, 2022, Jake Sullivan warned of a full-fledged NATO response if Russia attacks any part of NATO territory. He advised against Ukraine trying to retake Crimea or attack the Crimean Bridge, due to fears of a potential nuclear strike from Russia.

On March 14, 2022, Jake Sullivan warned China of facing consequences if it helped Russia evade sanctions.

National security adviser Jake Sullivan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin met at the State Department in Washington, D.C.

Jake Sullivan, a prominent leader of the Democratic party, was set to challenge long-held beliefs and present a new vision for the nation's future at the Brookings Institution in Washington. This event marked a significant shift in ideological thinking and hinted at a changing political landscape in America.

President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Hiroshima, Japan, ahead of the G7 Summit. Jake Sullivan discussed the U.S. government's proactive approach to shaping the global economy and strengthening American power.

On July 6, 2023, President Joe Biden authorized the provision of cluster munitions to support a Ukrainian counteroffensive against Russian forces in southeastern Ukraine. Jake Sullivan defended the use of cluster munitions, emphasizing Ukraine's right to defend itself.

On October 2, 2023, Jake Sullivan stated in an article that the Biden administration had 'de-escalated crises in Gaza'. However, shortly after, Hamas launched a large-scale attack on Israel, leading to the 2023 Israel–Hamas war.

On October 15, 2023, Jake Sullivan discussed Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip in an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper. He highlighted U.S. efforts to ensure access to essential resources for innocent Palestinians in Gaza.

On October 29, 2023, Jake Sullivan dismissed calls for a ceasefire in Israel's war against Hamas, citing concerns that a 'humanitarian pause' could benefit Hamas. He emphasized Israel's right to defend itself.

On December 9, 2023, a joint press conference was held at the presidential office in Seoul, South Korea. The event involved the national security advisers of South Korea, the United States, and Japan, namely Cho Tae-yong, Jake Sullivan, and Takeo Akiba, respectively.

Press briefing held by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to provide the latest information on the administration's work and ways for the public to get involved in building back better.