JD Vance free speech

JD Vance rightly calls out Europe on free speech. The Trump administration is imperfect here. Still, Europe's approach to this key right of individual freedom is increasingly outrageous.

 

Europeans and Trump/Ukraine

Europeans should support Trump's Ukraine overture. The opening gambit does not, in fact, represent a surrender to Putin on Russian terms.

Trump-Gaza

The many problems with Trump's Gaza plan. The proposal to relocate Palestinians undermines U.S. security and alliances.

Mark Zaid

Trump runs defense for deep state with Mark Zaid security clearance revocation. The decision makes no sense from either the perspective of the national interest or Trump's interest.

Trump Gaza -

Trump repudiates Rubio's attempt to repair Gaza foolishness. The president insists he wants to permanently relocate all Gazans.

Trump-Gaza

Trump endangers American interests with Gaza ownership plan. Sending U.S. ground forces to occupy the Palestinian territory is not a recipe for American security. Not at all.

HMS Agincourt no more, Patriotic entertainment

King Charles's not-so-astute wokeness below the waves. The British monarch has changed the name of the newest attack submarine to avoid offending France.

Woke entertainers find patriotism tough. Fortunately, there are an array of new cultural offerings which blend smart entertainment with patriotic values.

China-Trump, Pentagon portraits

What China wants from Trump. Xi Jinping will again attempt to manipulate Trump to protect his export, technology import, and Taiwan priority interests.

Trump misses the target with Pentagon portrait obsession. The president should focus on improving the quality and accountability of general officer ranks. And not personal vendettas.

Trump-Putin energy policy

Trump throws Putin off balance with energetic pursuit of Ukraine peace. The president is dangling new sanctions and energy pressures to hit Russia where it hurts.

Crawford AHi

Intelligence chairman determined to get to Havana Syndrome truth. Rep. Rick Crawford recognizes that more is going on here than the IC would like to admit.

Bolton-Trump security

Denying John Bolton security, Trump breaks his inaugural free speech pledge. The president pledged never to weaponize state power against free speech. But he's done just that.

Cartels covert action

Trump strongly hints at covert action against Mexican cartels. The precursor of a foreign terrorist organization designation seems to be a precursor for further, more direct action.

UK-France troops Ukraine

The U.K. and France might enforce Trump's peace plan. Starmer and Macron have suggested they would be open to leading a peacekeeping force along Ukraine's post-war borders.

Havana Syndrome

Havana Syndrome concerns partly motivated Speaker's replacement of House Intel. Chairman. Frustration over Turner's handling of the CIA subcommittee had grown.

J-36 jet, Israel-Hamas

China's 6th generation jet speaks to its strategic threat. The J-36 is the world's first deployed sixth generation fighter aircraft.

Ceasefire deal is a win for Hamas but a necessary deal for Israel. The terrorist group has been gutted but Israel cannot save its citizens without this agreement.

Havana Syndrome

The dam breaks on IC's Havana Syndrome cover up. Two agencies are moving toward the conclusion that a foreign actor (Russia) may be responsible for some AHI incidents.

Elon Musk First Amendment

Albeit hypocritical, Elon Musk is underlining the First Amendment's immense value. He is drawing attention to a scandal in the U.K. that has too long been concealed.

Trump-Kim part deux

Will Trump get Kim to deal? What prospect of a renewed U.S.-North Korean leaders dialogue is there? How might Trump reach an agreement with Kim Jong Un?

Biden Putin gift

Biden's parting energy gift to Vladimir Putin. By moving to restrict offshore energy extraction licenses, Biden plays into Russia's anti-Europe energy strategy.

ISIS New Orleans

New Orleans attack underlines the enduring appeal of ISIS ideology. Some malcontents still see new purpose and cause in the terrorist group's fanaticism.

FBI New Orleans

The tell that the FBI fears/feared an ISIS cell was operating in New Orleans. The deployment of the bureau's Hostage Rescue Team is only ever deployed in response to a significant concern over enduring threat.