Senator Padilla is the ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration.

Political assassinations of elected Democrats two days after Noem declared regime change by armed force to overthrow the elected governor of CA and mayor of LA.

One would think the self-described "Restraint" retinue would understand their own vocal critique of 2002-08.

"Beyond the traditional theatre of war, senior officials in Kyiv told the Financial Times they are seeing the systematic grooming of teenagers and young adults, including those orphaned and displaced by the fighting, struggling financially or merely eager to score enough cash for

At a minimum, the US military should develop standardized add on counter-UAS armor for its vehicles. Far better to develop them now than realizing they are needed during the next conflict.

Trump: Doug Burgum, he was the great governor of North Carolina... He's the Secretary of Energy plus a lot of land. (Doug Burgum was never the governor of North Carolina and is not the Energy Secretary)

Nah. Much is typical Democratic narcissistic indulgence. Preferring circular firing squads over focus on actual opponent/existential threat. These voices seek self-branding in emotional vitriol. Very rarely do I see them actively amplifying Dem messages. No cohesion, wish for it

From Stuart's keyboard to God's ears. May we hold true like General Winfield Scott Hancock's II Corps.

Indeed late by years. Very welcome. "Tous les missiles SCALP vers le front !"

Indeed. And with absolute novices who have no idea coordination even needed. It's like putting a car wash manager in charge at OSD.

Lost Mandate of Heaven? Perhaps Trump will send a tariff letter.

Pull US forces from treaty allies, but sure, the US would defend Taiwan.

If Rubio actually fired State’s ASEAN team while at ASEAN, it’s a bizarre and incomprehensible decision.

Indeed. For much of 2022-23 to assert the Russian military was and is a crude but effective learning institution often generated dismissals or even hostility.

This is the State Department I know. People of class and dignity. Their leadership could learn a thing or two.

Well said. He was my first WH meeting in Reagan I. Decency is the word I associate with him most. Like an echo of a Lost World (as far as GOP is concerned).

Trump's power comes from embodying GOP Base's unifying Narrative: tribal belonging and emotional cohesion. Why De Santis failed. If one can outflank him in Narrative with emotional resonance he is vulnerable. Why Trump (and FOX, OANN, etc.) follow the Base as much as direct.

US Army making steps to apply Ukraine lessons. In 4 tank platoon, unclear using M 1080 canisters w/ tungsten balls will be that effective. Designed to break up enemy infantry at close range (200-500 m), drones suboptimal target (unless in groups). M-1 only carries 42 round mix.

Yes. Though one also doubts Colby's capacity to manage this type of conversation successfully while Admin also waging a tariff campaign deeply alienating Japan and others in region.

All is not well in Asia. Japan’s PM called the trade talks “a battle” and urged reduced US dependence. Seeking more from allies is fine, even appropriate. But how one does it matters because allies have domestic politics, face, agency — and yes, choices.