James H. Adams III

James H. Adams III
Official portrait, 2026
Born (1968-04-30) 30 April 1968
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Marine Corps
Service years1991–present
RankLieutenant General
CommandsDefense Intelligence Agency
MAWTS-1
HMLA-367
AwardsLegion of Merit
ChildrenJessica • Jake • John

James H. Adams III (born 30 April 1968) is a United States Marine Corps lieutenant general who served as the deputy commandant for programs and resources of the Marine Corps. He previously served as the deputy director for requirements and capability development of the Joint Staff.

In July, Adams was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as deputy commandant for programs and resources of the Marine Corps.

LtGen Adams was nominated to lead the Defense Intelligence Agency. Adams was confirmed and assumed the role of Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency on 13 February 2026.

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