Policy

How Afghanistan Has Become Another Notch in China’s Belt
Our disastrous withdrawal paved the way for a partnership between the Taliban and Xi Jinping’s regime.

Controlled Chaos
Biden’s response to the border crisis is more about messaging than looking for an actual policy solution.

Tuesday’s Make-or-Break Debt Limit Meeting
Deadline pressure is mounting for Kevin McCarthy and Joe Biden to work out a deal.

Biden Withholds Weapons That Could Help Ukraine Win the War
Cluster munitions are controversial, but the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

Can the CIA Fix Its Workplace Sexual Violence Problem?
The agency has taken steps to address its mishandling of assault claims, but it warrants independent scrutiny.

Blind Oversight
James Comer is trying very hard to tie the president to the investigation of Hunter Biden.

Could the Hunter Biden Probe Prompt New Ethics Legislation?
Some Senate Democrats are open to it.

The GOP Takes an Immigration Victory Lap
House Republicans pass their border bill despite intraparty drama.

Microsoft Issues Warning About Chinese AI That Microsoft Helped Create
The company’s China outpost has trained scientists who’ve gone on to work for top surveillance companies.

Our China Self-Own
Failing to improve our immigration policy gives our biggest competitor a leg up on skilled labor.