Concerns were expressed regarding “overlapping responsibilities” within cyber roles. This week, the Senate began the nomination hearing for Nathaniel Fick, President Biden’s nominee for ambassador at large within…
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American Sports Star Sentenced to 9 Years in Russian Prison
President Biden calls the verdict “unacceptable.” WNBA basketball star Britney Griner was convicted in Russia Thursday of possessing and smuggling prohibited drugs. She was sentenced to nine years…
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They renewed calls for the president to get tougher with Moscow. Senators Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut called on President Biden’s administration to…
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U.S. Southern Commander Hopes to Grow “Neighborhood”
General Richardson draws focus to relationships with Latin America and the Caribbean. During the Aspen Security Forum in Colorado, U.S. Southern Commander Army General Laura Richardson outlined concerns…
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Presidents Biden and Xi to Teleconference
Taiwan and Ukraine may both be on the agenda. President Biden said Wednesday that he expects to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping “within the next 10 days”…
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Pentagon Will Treat Wounded Ukraine Troops
They will use a U.S. military hospital in Germany. The Pentagon announced Tuesday that it had formally approved a plan in late June to help treat wounded Ukrainian…
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Bipartisan Legislators Warn of Emerging Bioweapons
They urge legislation to support personal privacy and food security. Representative Jason Crow of Colorado stated at last week’s Aspen Security Summit that Russia and China are developing…
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House Votes to Sell Reserve Oil to China
Strategic Petroleum Reserve is at its lowest since 1985. While average gas prices at the pump have decreased from their $5 peak, gasoline is still significantly more expensive…
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U.S. Considering Fighter Jets for Ukraine
Air Force secretary says he’s “open to discussions.” Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall told the Aspen Security Forum last week the United States is considering sending…
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First Lady Pledges Mental Health Support to Ukraine
Ukrainian first lady makes her first trip since the war began Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska made her first trip outside of Ukraine since the war began, paying…
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