Eric Zuesse (blogs at https://theduran.com/author/eric-zuesse/) As has been documented by such authorities on U.S. military spending as Winslow T. Wheeler, Robert Higgs, and others, America spends each year around $1.5 trillion for its military but hides at least around $800 billion of it (so as for the U.S. not to be publicly recognized as spending […]
The government should do more business with McKinsey & Co. — one of the world’s largest consulting firms — says a Pentagon presentation: “Leverage [the] consulting firm’s expertise and objectivity – outsourcing is a positive action.” While this might sound like a talking point from lobbyists, it actually came from an active-duty naval commander who spent almost a full year working at McKinsey & Co. with you, the taxpayer, footing the bill. It’s no secret that major defense companies spend...
With Biden's weakness inviting aggression from America's rivals, the infrastructure problems plaguing the U.S. military cannot be ignored.
Syria's President Assad Confirms Rare Direct Talks With Washington Via The Cradle Syrian President Bashar al-Assad told the Foreign Minister of the south Caucasus republic Abkhazia during an interview published on 21 April that Damascus holds dialogue with Washington "from time to time." In response to a question from Abkhazian Foreign Minister Inal Ardzinba on whether there has been an opportunity for Syria to "restore dialogue with the collective west," Assad said: "America is...
The Lafayette public library board of control president defended the new book display policy in a press release on Tuesday.
By: Bethany Blankley | The Center Square The U.S. House Committee on Oversight this week began an investigation into the Chinese Communist Party’s “Influence and infiltration campaign,” which House Republicans argue is threatening U.S. military readiness and every aspect of American society. “If we don’t understand what the CCP is and that this authoritarian regime
Charlize Theron enjoyed a glamorous night out at the Dior pre-fall fashion show, bringing along a very special guest—her 8-year-old daughter, August.The event, held on April 15 at the Brooklyn Museum, featured the mother-daughter duo in coordinated stylish outfits. Theron opted for a chic ensemble of a black long sleeve top paired with a tan skirt and gold accessories, including a stunning Dior necklace. She completed her look with black sunglasses and her hair elegantly pulled back into a sleek...
Charlize Theron had a bombshell night out with a special someone. While attending Dior's pre-fall fashion show at the Brooklyn Museum April 15, Charlize's date was none other than her 8-year-old
Clint Eastwood Makes Rare Public Appearance 3 Years After Latest Movie Release 93-year-old Clint Eastwood just made a rare public appearance. Despite his age, Eastwood remains active as a director and actor. In fact, his determination to keep pursuing his passions inspired Toby Keith to write his song, “Don’t Let the Old Man In.” When […]
“It appears to be part of broader efforts to build a coalition against the U.S.,” said one expert from South Korea.
The Philippine president said Monday his administration has no plan to give the United States access to more Philippine military bases and stressed that the American military's presence in several camps and sites so far was sparked by China’s aggressive actions in the disputed South China Sea. President Ferdinand Marcos
An attorney for former President Donald Trump in the presidential immunity hearing clashed with Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan over a hypothetical question on whether a president who "ordered" a "coup" could be prosecuted. "If it's an official act, there needs to be impeachment and conviction beforehand," Trump's attorney John Sauer argued Thursday before the Supreme Court, which is being broadcast publicly via audio only. Sauer's statement was in response to Justice Elena Kagan's...