Stevenson’s army, February 18

– Reuters has details on emerging Iran nuclear deal.

-WaPo has background on French withdrawals from Africa.

– GAO assesses DOD competition with China.

– Politico says Congress deferred to Biden on sanctions.

– CISA reports Russian hacking of defense contractors.

– UVA study finds more proof of Big Sort — people forming like-minded political communities.

– NYT reports pressure in Senate to shorten roll calls.

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