Americas

Here’s What a Venezuelan Invasion of Guyana Might Look Like

Venezuela’s army is far larger than Guyana’s. But Caracas might achieve better results with deniable “gray zone” attacks against its eastern neighbor than with an outright invasion.

Trump Was Right to Fire Vice Admiral Shoshana Chatfield

The time for double standards is over. An apolitical military must be apolitical—and focused on the task of winning wars.

Leidos’ “Black Arrow” Missile Is Amazing—But It Might Be Too Late

The Black Arrow is an indicator of the deep trouble that the Pentagon finds itself in today. It may also be a way out. 

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America Must Rebuild Its Physical Economy

In order to compete with China and boost growth, the United States must better balance the software and hardware components of its economy.

How Trump’s Tariff War Could Strengthen America in the Long Run

By employing protectionist measures now, before the next great war begins, America can shield its eviscerated manufacturing sector—and perhaps restore it to fighting shape.

US President Donald J. Trump makes remarks at the 2023 CPAC

Why Trump Retreated on Tariffs

Trump may be about to discover that it is easier to begin a trade war than to end it successfully.

Air Force Special Operations Command: Ready to Go Skyraiding!

The U.S. Special Operations Command’s (USSOCOM) first missionized aircraft was based on an Air Tractor AT-802, a craft primarily employed for crop dusting

Here’s What Aircraft ‘Stealth’ Really Means

“Stealth” is not the result of one secret formula known only to the Pentagon. Instead, it is the result of many design and technology adaptations—ranging from the shape of an...

USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74) Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier operated by the United States Navy in San Diego Bay

The USS John C. Stennis Nimitz-class Carrier Is Still Out of Service

The Nimitz-class carrier is expected to stay out of service for an additional fourteen months than planned.

Trump Fired Navy Vice Adm. Shoshana Chatfield. Was DEI to Blame?

The Navy three-star officer’s support for DEI initiatives could have put her name on the chopping block.

World to Come: The Return of Trump and the End of the Old Order

If it is to survive, a multipolar world will require more, not less, international cooperation to tackle climate change and prevent another financial crisis or military conflict.

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Maximizing Value and Minimizing Waste in a Circular Plastics Economy

To minimize plastic waste and pollution, the United States should reject blanket bans and instead address root causes through innovation and the development of a circular plastics economy. Most Americans have...