Stevenson’s army, December 10

– Defense One says Trump people at DOD are looking to cut support to CIA.
– WSJ says Japan is building missiles capable of hitting North Korea.
– NYT notes how CJCS ADM Mullen named several black officers to top positions, including Gen. Austin.
– Politico tells of personality clash in 1950s that Kerry appointment might repeat.
– GOP House members are trying to recruit Senators to challenge electoral votes for Biden. CRS paper [see p 6] tells how Congress counts the votes.

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