PDB Situation Report | November 16th, 2024: Grading Trump’s Cabinet Appointments & Bombshell UFO Hearing Breakdown

Nov 16, 2024

Tony Schaefer, a retired military intelligence officer, shares insights on Donald Trump's surprising cabinet picks, highlighting the potential impacts of these appointments on national security. Brandon Weikert, a national security analyst, discusses a congressional hearing revealing advanced non-human technologies related to UFOs, urging for transparency and shedding light on military secrecy. They also explore the implications of UFO sightings and the rapidly advancing military technologies in China, raising concerns about America's strategic position.

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ANECDOTE

Crying at State

State Department employees are reportedly having "crying sessions" over Marco Rubio's appointment as Secretary of State.
Tony Shaffer sees this as a positive sign, suggesting they fear Rubio's potential effectiveness.

ANECDOTE

Stefanik's Assertiveness

Elise Stefanik fearlessly challenged university chancellors, leading to their departures.
This demonstrates her ability to be assertive and achieve her goals, which could be valuable at the UN.

INSIGHT

Balancing Policy and Thought

Incoming presidents should balance policy implementation with independent thinking.
While aligning staff with their agenda is important, diverse perspectives can be valuable.

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