Join Natalie Orpett, an expert in national security, Anna Bower, a savvy political commentator, and Matt Gluck, a contemporary national security analyst, as they dissect pivotal themes impacting our world. They analyze President Biden's speech at the U.N., reflecting on foreign policy legacies amidst ongoing crises. Georgia's election rule changes spark debates on election integrity and potential manipulations ahead of 2024. Delve into the interplay between political pressures and public trust in democracy as the discussion unfolds.

Journalist David Ignatius discusses his newest spy thriller, Phantom Orbit, with Lawfare Research fellow Matt Gluck. They talk about character development, the strategic space race, gender in the CIA, and scientific discovery. Topics include US-China-Russia competition, private sector space advancements, Chinese satellite infiltration, military satellite threats, and the impact of AI on national security.

Lawfare Research Fellow Matt Gluck, along with a panel of experts, discuss the history and flaws of special counsels, focusing on recent testimonies regarding President Biden's handling of classified material. They explore the evolution of the special counsel institution, critique the Mueller report, and suggest changes to improve accountability and effectiveness. The podcast also delves into media coverage of special counsel reports and the challenges of presenting complex legal documents to the public.

Jonathan Cedarbaum, Professor of Practice at GW Law School, and Matt Gluck, Research Fellow at Lawfare, discuss key cyber provisions of the NDAA for Fiscal Year 2024, including threats from Mexican criminal organizations and China, military's expanded role in protecting critical infrastructure, and what they would like to see in future versions of NDAA.

Experts in conflict resolution, constitutional law, and international relations discuss the escalating conflict in Yemen, exploring legal justifications for US military operations against Houthi rebels. They delve into the process of reporting military deployments, recent executive branch practice in understanding legal theory, and the scope of self-defense in strikes. They also analyze potential justifications for military intervention in Yemen and the administration's reliance on creative statutory interpretations without congressional authorization.