The Secretary of State’s political activities are under scrutiny as Trump removes protections for policymaking executive branch employees.
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The ‘Steady State’ Endorses Joe Biden for President
More than 80 former national security officials have signed an endorsement of the former VP.
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We Used to Oppose the Rise of Authoritarianism in Europe
When Viktor Orbán was elected in 2010, the Obama administration rallied to contain his influence. Trump invited him to the White House.
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A Fox & Friends Host for UN Ambassador
Trump is ready to nominate a new ambassador to the United Nations but is she qualified?
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The Senate Feels Need to Oppose Turning Over Our Ambassadors to Foreign Adversaries
It’s bad when the Senate feels the need to oppose turning over our ambassadors to foreign adversaries
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Rex Tillerson’s Fate Was Sealed Long Ago
The secretary of state was fired by tweet and will be replaced by CIA Director Mike Pompeo.
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Why Is Rex Tillerson Racing Home from Africa?
Once again, the secretary is truncating a foreign trip, but this time we have reason to ask why.
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A Novel Excuse for Lying
Forget claiming that your lie wasn’t intended to be factual, now you can deny saying what you just said.
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What Happens to National Security After Gutting the State Department
Donald Trump and Rex Tillerson are engaging in mindless vandalism in Foggy Bottom.
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Rexit Shakeup: Tom Cotton to CIA, Mike Pompeo to State
The Trump administration floats a major shakeup, including canning Rex Tillerson. How will the establishment react?
