The FBI needs to sort out precisely what type of Russian officials were in contact with Trump’s campaign staff.
James Bruno
Follow James on Twitter @JamesLBruno. James Bruno is a Washington Monthly contributing writer and former U.S. diplomat. Read his blog, DIPLO DENIZEN, and follow him on Twitter @JamesLBruno. The opinions and characterizations in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent official positions of the U.S. government.
Europe Needs a Containment Doctrine — Toward America
Europe must act swiftly to shield itself from erratic and incompetent leadership in Washington.
Fear and Loathing in Foggy Bottom
Morale is low and anxiety is high inside Trump’s State Department.
Trump Is No Reagan and Here’s Why
The new president’s foreign policy is a complete mess.
Tinker. Tailor. Mogul. Spy?
A former diplomat dissects the Trump dossier.
Advice for Trump on Post-Fidel Cuba
I was a U.S. diplomat in Cuba. Here’s what the new administration needs to understand.
Trump: The Anti-Diplomat
Senior diplomats warn of mass resignations in the event of a Trump presidency.
The Russians Are Bullying Our Diplomats Too. Here’s How to Stop It.
Frontline U.S. embassy officials are watched, bugged, and intimidated. We shouldn’t let Putin get away with it.

