The DSR Network Venezuela, NATO, Greenland, Trump Battleships & Tinker Bell: A Year End Round-Up
Dec 23, 2025
Join Rosa Brooks, a Georgetown Law professor and former Pentagon official, Retired U.S. Army General Mark Hertling, and former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Doug Lute as they dive into the complexities of U.S. foreign policy. They discuss military actions in Venezuela, the erosion of trust within NATO, and the impact of AI on decision-making in conflict. The guests also explore Europe's shifting security strategies amid Russian aggression, warning about the consequences of a lack of U.S. leadership and the urgent need for allies to reassess their defense postures.
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A Book Mentions Doug Lute In Desert Storm
- Mark Hertling mentions Doug Lute being named in his Desert Storm book for an incident before crossing the berm.
- The remark illustrates long-standing personal and professional ties among the panelists.
Military Advice Is Being Suppressed
- The Trump administration discourages internal military dissent and sidelines professional advice.
- Mark Hertling warns this prevents the candid military counsel needed for sound decisions.
Diplomatic Corps Is Being Dismantled
- The administration is hollowing the diplomatic corps by not filling or dismissing ambassadorial posts.
- Doug Lute warns this weakens U.S. influence and confuses international partners.