Kori Schake

Kori Schake, a senior fellow and defense policy expert, critiques Trump's National Security Strategy, calling it a mix of solipsism and fear. She highlights its failures in assessing global allies and rivals, accusing it of undermining U.S. power while focusing too much on cultural politics. Schake explains how the administration’s actions, like controversial military strikes, demonstrate a misunderstanding of American power dynamics. She warns that politicizing the military risks damaging public trust and professional norms.

In this engaging conversation, Daniel Drezner, a Tufts University professor specializing in international politics, and Kori Schake, an expert from the American Enterprise Institute with deep roots in U.S. defense and foreign policy, dive into the implications of a second Trump term. They explore how Trump's past policies on Ukraine, trade, and alliances could return with even more vigor. Key topics include potential shifts in Middle Eastern relations, the unpredictable nature of U.S.-China dealings, and the complicated dynamics of immigration policies with Mexico. Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis!

Kori Schake, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a defense policy expert, dives deep into pressing global issues. She discusses the U.S.-China artificial intelligence arms race and how ethical constraints shape their technological advancements. The conversation shifts to the complexities of the Middle East, analyzing a controversial Gaza proposal and Ukraine’s ongoing struggles. Schake also examines strategies for deterring nuclear threats from Iran and evaluates Israel’s military tactics against Hamas, considering their implications for regional stability.

Kori Schake, a foreign-and-defense-policy scholar and director at the American Enterprise Institute, explores the alarming implications of Donald Trump’s militarization of politics. She discusses how Trump’s rhetoric has transformed the military's role, pressuring soldiers to pledge personal loyalty and bypassing senior leadership. Schake warns of the dangers posed by the Insurrection Act, highlighting legal pathways for military deployment and the risks of politicizing the armed forces. The conversation spotlights the urgent need for lawful limits and the significance of institutional checks.

Max Boot, CFR national security columnist; Kori Schake, AEI foreign and defense policy expert; Michael Pillsbury, Heritage Foundation strategist on U.S.-China competition; Alexander B. Gray, former White House NSC aide and Arctic policy specialist. They debate U.S. territorial moves in Greenland, NATO and treaty implications, great-power competition in the Arctic, and whether pressure on allies helps or harms strategy.

In this engaging discussion, Kori Schake, a foreign and defense policy expert at AEI and author of The State and the Soldier, analyzes the evolution of American civil-military relations. She critiques traditional theories about military democracy, highlighting significant historical events like Andrew Jackson's invasion of Florida and the implications of the Insurrection Act. Kori also discusses the current state of the military amid partisan pressures, emphasizing the importance of maintaining professionalism in political contexts and the challenges facing Ukraine.

Debates on whether the US should ban TikTok due to data privacy concerns, Chinese ownership worries, and national security implications. Arguments for banning focus on limiting Chinese influence, while opponents claim it would undermine a valuable video platform. Journalist encounters monitoring by ByteDance, raising further data privacy concerns and app ban implications.

Eric and Eliot welcome back friend of the show Kori Schake, Senior Fellow and Director of Foreign and Defense Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, to discuss her new book, The State and the Soldier: A History of Civil-Military Relations in the United States. They explore Kori’s critique of Samuel Huntington’s canonical study, The Soldier and the State, examine George Washington’s consequential resignation of his commission before the Continental Congress, and discuss the role of charismatic but unhinged military figures in American politics, as well as the relationship between civilians and military officers when executing orders.  The State and the Soldier: A History of Civil-Military Relations in the United States:https://a.co/d/0biIePiPThe Soldier and the State: The Theory and Politics of Civil–Military Relations:https://a.co/d/0dsgKaLrShield of the Republic is a Bulwark podcast co-sponsored by the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia.

Kori Schake, a Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and author of *The State and the Soldier*, delves into civil-military relations during the Trump administration. She explains the historical aversion to military coups in the U.S. and discusses the importance of civilian control, referencing George Washington's foundational role. Schake warns against politicization risks and highlights how public perception of the military can be compromised by partisan displays. Additionally, she examines the implications of domestic troop deployment and the impact of retired officers' political commentary on public trust.

Kori Schake, a Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and Milton Mueller, a Professor at Georgia Tech, dive into the heated debate over the potential ban on TikTok. Schake argues from a national security perspective, highlighting espionage fears linked to its Chinese ownership. In contrast, Mueller defends the app's value for free expression and creativity, questioning government censorship. Together, they navigate the complex balance between privacy concerns and First Amendment rights, probing the implications for 170 million American users.