Sarah Makin to Join CPAC USA 2026

CPAC is proud to announce that Sarah Makin is a confirmed speaker for CPAC USA 2026 in Grapevine, Texas, March 25-28.

Sarah E. Makin is a human rights advocate, filmmaker, and former U.S. government official

with deep expertise in national security policy and international religious freedom. She served in

the first Trump administration as Deputy Assistant to the President, Senior Director on the

National Security Council, and the President’s Senior Advisor on International Religious

Freedom. Prior to that post, Sarah served as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of

Strategic Outreach, Public Liaison, and Intergovernmental Affairs to Vice President Mike Pence.

Prior to her time in the White House, Sarah worked on Capitol Hill as a senior policy and

coalitions advisor.

Sarah currently operates her own strategic advisory firm in Washington, DC, and is a producer

of A Faith Under Siege, a documentary highlighting the persecution of Christians in Russian-

occupied Ukraine.

Her work is dedicated to advancing human rights, defending religious minorities, and countering

authoritarian repression. She collaborates regularly with international partners, civil society

leaders, and faith communities to promote religious freedom and democratic resilience

worldwide.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Sarah Makin at CPAC USA 2026! 

Reserve your tickets today here.