Stevenson’s army, July 18

– What are federal agents doing on the streets of Portland? Is it “Barr’s Gestapo”?  A law prof raises important questions.
– Politico says the administration is evading Congress in some new DOD appointments.
– Despite last year’s law blocking cuts, administration has plans to cut US forces in Korea.
– Everybody does it: WHO is hiring US public relations firms.
– Biden says he is now receiving the classified intelligence briefings traditionally given to major party nominees.

– Simon Kuper of FT calls for some US introspection.

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