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Damage Control: How the US Seeks to Reassure Allies After the Presidential Election
In a time of uncertainty, the Biden administration is working to reassure allies across the globe that their relationships have the potential to remain strong.
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Foreign Election Interference Threat Looms Ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election
Just weeks before the 2024 election, the Justice Department’s National Security Division warned that the US may face a “multi-pronged” threat from Russia, Iran, and China.
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U.S. Defense Spending and NATO: What the Future Holds
European security has long depended on the United States, including its role in NATO, commitment to defense spending, and conflict involvement. In recent U.S. presidential elections, the prospect of a new administration has raised questions about potential shifts in defense strategies and budget priorities. This election features former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, each representing contrasting approaches to defense and NATO contributions.
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Rhetoric and a Lack of Respect: How Trump’s Campaign Risks Alienating Latino Voters
At a Trump rally at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, Oct. 27, a speaker's racially insensitive joke about Puerto Rico made national headlines and sparked backlash. The twist? The speaker was not Trump.
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The 2024 Presidential Election and Uncertainty Regarding Ukraine
Biden’s choice not to run for re-election has cast uncertainty over US involvement in the Russo-Ukrainian War. Due to the uncertainty, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has decided to meet with both candidates for the US presidency: Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
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Russian Businessman Confesses Country’s Involvement in US Midterm Elections
Russian businessman Yevgeny Prigozhin, a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, seemingly admitted to interfering in the US midterm elections.