Trump has sat for only 12 ‘daily’ intelligence briefings since taking office. This strikingly low number raises significant concerns about his engagement with crucial national security information. The sheer brevity of his participation, compared to the typical demands of the presidency, suggests a lack of interest or perhaps an inability to process the complex information presented in these briefings.
Trump has sat for only 12 ‘daily’ intelligence briefings since taking office, a fact that speaks volumes about his approach to the presidency. This minimal engagement stands in stark contrast to the expectations placed upon a leader responsible for overseeing national security.… Continue reading
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth mandated a 20% reduction in four-star generals and admirals, currently numbering 37, along with a 20% decrease in National Guard general officers and a 10% reduction in all general and flag officers (approximately 900). This restructuring aims to streamline military leadership and eliminate redundancies. These actions are part of a broader administration initiative to reduce the size of the federal government, and reflect Hegseth’s previously stated concerns about excessive senior leadership and alleged politicization within the military.
Read More
Alireza Doroudi, an Iranian doctoral student at the University of Alabama, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at his home. The Department of Homeland Security claims the arrest followed the State Department’s revocation of Doroudi’s student visa due to alleged national security concerns. The University of Alabama, while unable to comment fully due to privacy laws, expressed support for its international students. This incident follows similar arrests of other non-citizen students across the country, highlighting a broader trend of increased scrutiny of international students in U.S. higher education.
Read More
The US government is reportedly considering the sale of numerous federal agency headquarters, a move that has sparked widespread concern and speculation. This list includes some of the most recognizable buildings in Washington D.C. and beyond, housing agencies like the Department of Justice and the FBI, along with a significant number of Social Security Administration offices. The sheer scale of the proposed sales is alarming, encompassing properties in prime locations across the country.
The potential for abuse in such a sale is immense. The prime locations of these properties make them highly valuable, setting the stage for a fire sale where politically connected individuals or companies could acquire them for a fraction of their true worth.… Continue reading
Thousands rallied in London to protest the construction of China’s new embassy, a massive structure prompting concerns far beyond its sheer size. The scale of the building—a reported 600,000 square feet spread across seven stories and encompassing 225 residences—has understandably fueled anxieties. This isn’t just about the physical footprint; the sheer magnitude of the project raises legitimate questions about its purpose and implications for national security.
The planned embassy’s size immediately dwarfs existing diplomatic missions in the area, leading many to label it a “mega-embassy,” a term some argue is sensationalist, while others insist it’s a factual descriptor given the building’s scale and intended use.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker