Morning Wire Wednesday | September 29, 2021
Sep 29, 2021
General Milley faces tough questions about the Afghanistan withdrawal and his communications with China, revealing a split among military leaders. In New York City, thousands of teachers might lose their jobs over vaccine mandates, sparking debates on public health. Meanwhile, Disney is entangled in a major lawsuit over Marvel rights, which could change the landscape of intellectual property in entertainment. Legal battles and shifting definitions of employment status are also explored, showcasing the complexities of creativity in the industry.
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Milley's Testimony and Credibility
- General Mark Milley testified about the Afghanistan withdrawal and his calls with China.
- He admitted the withdrawal damaged U.S. credibility, contradicting President Biden's claims.
Military Advice on Withdrawal
- General Kenneth McKenzie advised against full withdrawal from Afghanistan, predicting the Afghan army's collapse.
- Milley agreed, contradicting Biden's claim of no such advice.
Milley's Calls with China
- Milley defended his calls to China, claiming they aimed to de-escalate tensions and assure them Trump wouldn't attack.
- However, this contradicts Bob Woodward's book portraying Milley's fears of a Trump-initiated war.