In today’s India Edition, Menaka Doshi writes on the overhaul of the flagship jobs plan, and Dan Strumpf takes a took at the Modi government’s foreign policy report card. https://t.co/DrnU3kW65R ...

US Foreign Policy & Military Actions - Bipartisan investigations are rare but occurring regarding the US military actions in the Caribbean, indicating serious concerns in Congress [3][4] - The US military's actions of bombing boats in the Caribbean without clear identification and due process are considered unconventional and worrisome [6][7] - The approach of using military force against suspected drug smugglers, instead of the Coast Guard's law enforcement procedures, is seen as an overreach and a contravention of established legal approaches [8][9] - The amassing of a large military force near Venezuela raises questions about the US's goals and potential regime change intentions in the region [10] - The handling of survivors from the strikes, specifically the decision not to bring them to the US for trial if they were indeed drug traffickers, raises suspicions [12] Secretary of Defense (Hegsth) & Administration Concerns - Secretary Hegsth is facing bipartisan criticism and investigations, potentially creating problems for the Trump administration [2][4] - Congress may demand testimony from Hegsth and other military leaders under oath, indicating a lack of trust in briefings alone [18] - The "Signalgate" issue, involving Hegsth sharing arguably classified information on an unsecured platform, is back in the news and continues to be a concern for members of Congress [20][22][24] Broader Political & Diplomatic Context - The administration's foreign policy is perceived as pivoting away from Asia and Europe, focusing more on the Western Hemisphere and homeland security [29] - The administration's approach to the Russia-Ukraine peace deal is viewed as prioritizing financial dealings over the content of the peace itself [30] - The president's denigration of Somali immigrants and the administration's anti-immigration stance raise concerns about the country's values and economic vitality [26][30][31]

Joining us, MS Now congressional reporter Michael Schnell, editor and chief of foreign policy and host of FP Live, Ravi Agarwal, and retired fourstar general and MS Now military analyst, General Barry McCaffrey. Interesting to see um so many Republican lawmakers today, Michael, saying that they're concerned and they need more more answers out of the Pentagon. >> Yeah, Katie.And notably, it's the bipartisan lawmakers, including those Republicans from a pair of key committees, both the House Armed Services Co ...

Let's bring in Ankush Cardori, former federal prosecutor, now senior writer with Politico magazine, and Mark Lieovich, staff writer with The Atlantic, author and MSNBC political contributor. Welcome, guys. So, anush you first here because the new Washington Post report says the War Powers Resolution does not apply to deadly boat strikes, which the administration has said killed 64 people so far.And that's because US service members have not been put in harm's way. Is this argument legally sound. And if they ...

This just came dropped overnight. President of the United States in a true social post saying, "Yeah, we're done talking to Canada because my feelings were hurt about this ad which as Joe just laid out and we played. You could hear it. You could see it. You can go on YouTube yourself if you don't believe and watch." It's what former President Reagan said. It's what former President Reagan said.and our current president is so easily triggered that a TV commercial can change international policy, trade policy ...

Tariff Strategy & Trade Policy - The administration's entire tariff strategy is questioned if the Supreme Court doesn't rule in its favor [1] - The president possesses various other authorities, including 232s, 301s, and 338s, to implement trade policies [5][6] - Existing trade deals with Japan and Europe, covering autos, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors, are expected to remain durable [5][6] - Europe is reportedly paying the US 15% while US exporters pay zero, indicating an asymmetric trade relationship [7] - Japan has allocated $550 billion for projects aligned with the president's objectives, such as bringing semiconductor manufacturing back to the US [8] Economic Growth & Investment - Over $500 billion a year is reportedly coming in, potentially due to the president's policies [6] - CEOs have reportedly committed an additional $600 billion in investment in America [19] - The economy is projected to experience significant growth in the coming months, driven by investments in plants and factories [16][17] - The current GDP growth is at 3%, with expectations for continued growth throughout the year [17] Data Credibility & Agency Alignment - There are concerns about the credibility of jobs numbers following changes in leadership at the BLS [10] - The administration aims to remove individuals perceived as being against the president to ensure accurate data reporting [15] - The goal is to have agencies aligned with the president's agenda to provide correct numbers and support America's success [12][13]

US-Russia Relations & International Diplomacy - The report suggests skepticism regarding Vladimir Putin's willingness to meet with Vladimir Zelensky, despite claims and efforts by Donald Trump [2][4] - The analysis indicates that Putin's goals extend beyond a simple deal, focusing on reshaping the post-Cold War order and exerting influence over Eastern Europe [6] - The report highlights concerns about trusting Donald Trump's security guarantees for Ukraine, given past betrayals and lack of specifics [7][8] - The discussion points out that Putin has shifted the conversation to technicalities, potentially prolonging the conflict in Ukraine [9] - The report suggests that a unified front from European leaders might influence Trump's approach [10][11] Donald Trump's Peacemaking Claims - The analysis challenges Donald Trump's claims of ending six wars, stating that many were ceasefires negotiated by others or unresolved conflicts [14][15] - The report argues that situations in Ukraine and Gaza have worsened under Donald Trump's presidency [16][17] - The report indicates that India denies Donald Trump's role in resolving the crisis with Pakistan, potentially damaging US-India relations [19][20] Potential Strategies & Outcomes - The report suggests that a ceasefire in Ukraine would be an important starting point, but doubts Putin's willingness and criticizes the approach of appeasement [17][18] - The analysis implies that Donald Trump's continued misjudgment by Putin might lead to a change in Trump's perspective [12]

Here are some basic facts. We have major problems in the Middle East on a ton of fronts. The Trump administration has pursued these policies to try to contain Iran and had some success.And yet the Trump administration is right now clashing over its own intelligence leaks, which the government is responsible for, and clashing with reporters, which is a kind of odd place to be at the highest levels of government amidst all of these important Middle East and international issues. At the Pentagon today, things ...