Stevenson’s army, October 14

– NYT has important background on interagency debates before new order on Chinese tech.

– NYT also has details on US-Saudi pissing match.

– UNGA votes against Russia.

– Axios has background on French West Africa policy.

– Military Times quotes conservatives arguing recruiting shortfalls are because the armed forces are too “woke.”

– US is punishing countries with child soldiers after waiving that sanction for years.

– NYT has short piece on subpoenaing former presidents, citing this CRS study.

– WaPo has details on the finally reopening Air & Space Museum.

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