[3][4] According to Politico, she was selected to serve as Acting Director of National Intelligence succeeding Avril Haines after President Trump was sworn in during his second inauguration on January 20, 2025.

[2][6] Her doctoral thesis was entitled Biomechanical analysis of coronary arteries using a complementary energy model and designed experiments.

From 2003 to 2007, she worked at the Central Intelligence Agency, where she was detailed to the advanced systems and technology directorate of the National Reconnaissance Office.

[10][12] She was confirmed by voice vote on August 3 and received praise from Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines.

[15] Dixon was replaced by President Trump as Acting Director of National Intelligence with Lora Shiao, the former chief operating officer for the agency.