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Senate Confirmation Hearings

Jan 14, 2025
Terry Haines, founder of Pangea Policy, shares his insights on the recent Senate confirmation hearings, noting how protests may shift the balance of power in Washington. He discusses the contentious dynamics between committee leaders and the implications for defense budgets and military strategy. Haines also examines the Pentagon's need for reform in light of high-intensity conflicts and critiques the challenges of bureaucracy in adapting to evolving global threats like China. His analysis sheds light on the intersection of politics and national security.
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