– The Taliban launched a major attack in Northern Afghanistan.
– Congress seems to be backing off acting in response to reports of Russian bounties to the Taliban to kill US soldiers.
– China is sanctioning Sens. Cruz, Rubio and others because of their support for the Uighurs.
– The Trump WH is putting out an”oppo dump” critical of Dr. Fauci. Analysis from Dan Drezner.
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