Stevenson’s army, June 25

– NYT says the administration wants to end the longstanding practice of informal notification of Congress regarding proposed arms sales and allow more quick sales.
-SecDef Esper, facing real challenges with WH over personnel, has submitted the army colonel’s list with Alexander Vindman’s name on it.
– China sanction bill passes Senate.
– O’Brien hypes China threat.

– Senate version of NDAA has detailed cyber guidance.

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