Ted Kord

Ted Kord was the second Blue Beetle and is the CEO of Kord Industries.

History
He died confronting Maxwell Lord about Checkmate and remained dead till Brightest Night. During the events of Brightest Night he came back as one of the White Entities revivals along with Maxwell Lord and Hank Hall. He was given the mission to stop Lex's bid at a second term of presidency which would have ended up in a Dark Night Returns like scenario. He got Vic Stage's help in the issue though did end up slightly regretting it. After he was done he reunited with Justice League International after their fight against Maxwell Lord.

He is currently retired from the hero business and only gets in costume when he absolutely has too. He also is currently mentoring Jamie Reyes.