Washington Post – Politics:
President Donald Trump’s plan to grant temporary security clearances to anyone he chooses opens the door to breaches and even espionage, experts say.
Author: Michael Birnbaum
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Blinken sits in with Ukrainian bar band for ‘Rockin’ in the Free World’
Washington Post – Politics:
Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in Ukraine to show U.S. support, played guitar and sang Neil Young’s “Rockin’ in the Free World” with local band 19.99.
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U.S. diplomat explains why she quit Biden administration over Gaza war
Washington Post – Politics:
Hala Rharrit, a career U.S. diplomat who resigned last week, took aim at President Biden’s Gaza policy: “I will not be the reason someone hates America more.”
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Blinken says he will tell Israelis Rafah invasion would be a ‘mistake’
Washington Post – Politics:
Secretary of State Antony, speaking in Cairo ahead of a planned visit to Israel, said he is optimistic a cease-fire deal can be reached.
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Blinken begins new round of Gaza talks in Saudi Arabia
Washington Post – Politics:
Secretary of State Antony Blinken started a visit to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Israel to discuss the future of Gaza with regional leaders on Wednesday.
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U.S. deepens ties with Angola, a model for Washington’s ties to Africa
Washington Post – Politics:
In Angola, which has long embraced China and Russia, a major realignment appears to be underway as the U.S. makes significant diplomatic inroads.
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Biden’s aid plan for Israel, Ukraine splits Republicans in Congress
Washington Post – Politics:
House Speaker Mike Johnson has drawn criticism from both sides of the aisle over efforts to pass a standalone funding bill for Israel.