Stevenson’s army, December 17

George Will lists Congress’ many failures at passing required legislation.
NYT notes US failure to catch Russian hacking for months.
Failed attack, renewed threats from al-Shabab
Currency manipulation — Switzerland & Vietnam.
FP says Gen. Austin is close to Biden on policy grounds.
Report on Congress and social media.

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