Stevenson’s army, October 12

None for Scalise right now; no full House session set.

[ I agree with Vox article that Congress is becoming too much like a parliament.]

– US said to be working with Egypt to get humanitarian corridor for Gaza.

-NYT says intelligence shows Iran surprised by Hamas attack.

– Administration notes Trump also allowed Iran to tap frozen assets.

– Amy Zegart examines Israeli intelligence failure.

– NYT describes the tactical failures.

– CBO says US military personnel are well paid compared to civilians.

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