The President's Daily Brief PDB Situation Report | December 28th, 2024: Ukraine's Weapons Surge & America's Fentanyl Crisis
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Dec 28, 2024 Retired U.S. Army General Ben Hodges lends his expertise on the U.S.'s escalating military support for Ukraine, analyzing its implications amid shifting global dynamics. Meanwhile, Robert Marbut, a documentary producer, dives into the alarming rise of the fentanyl crisis, highlighting its national security threats and the deadly trafficking routes from China to Mexico. The discussion calls for urgent policy actions to tackle this epidemic, drawing parallels to past war tolls and emphasizing the crossroads of health and security.
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Ukraine Aid Uncertainty
- The Biden administration reaffirmed its commitment to Ukraine by promising a surge of weapons.
- It's difficult to quantify how much aid has been allocated since election day.
Logistical Hurdles and Russian Failures
- Aid to Ukraine faces logistical challenges, including shipping and transport across Europe.
- Russia has failed to destroy any convoys, highlighting its air force's shortcomings.
Russia's Air Superiority Failure
- Russia's air force has failed to achieve air superiority over Ukraine, despite having a technological advantage.
- This failure prevented Russia from conducting dynamic targeting of Ukrainian supply lines.