Barry McCaffrey is a Scorpio who has had a career that has spanned from the armed forces to news commentator and consultant. He was born in Massachusetts on November 17, 1942 and holds the distinction of being a four-star general in the United States Army.

In 1996, McCaffrey was appointed the fourth Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy and held the position until 2001. During his time as Director, he made headlines for his criticism of the American government’s treatment of detainees during the War on Terror.

Since leaving the Office of National Drug Control Policy, McCaffrey has continued to be an influential figure in the public eye, with his comments on current affairs appearing in various outlets. He serves as a consultant on military and foreign affairs, as well as a news commentator.