Rational Security
The Lawfare Institute
A weekly discussion of national security and foreign policy matters hosted by Lawfare Senior Editor Scott R. Anderson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 17, 2018 • 50min
The "Are You Suuure" Edition
Hawaii authorities mistakenly warn citizens they’re about to be hit by a ballistic missile. The FBI warned Jared Kushner about his relationship with a prominent Chinese-American. And updates on L’Affaire Russe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 11, 2018 • 50min
The "Bloody Nose" Edition
The Trump administration signals it may launch a military strike on North Korea—or not. The U.S. announces it’s cutting aid to Pakistan. And the originator of the Steele dossier tells his side of the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 3, 2018 • 50min
The "Never Get Drunk with Australians" Edition
A wave of anti-government protests grips Iran. Former Trump adviser George Papadopoulos may have been the impetus for the Russia investigation. And Defense Secretary James Mattis addresses the US role in the war in Yemen and civilian casualties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 21, 2017 • 1h 3min
The "Beam Me Up, Santa" Edition
Robert Mueller gets hold of emails from the presidential transition. The Pentagon has been researching sightings of UFOs. And a US citizen is being held as an enemy combatant in Iraq. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 15, 2017 • 49min
The "Probing the Probe" Edition
Republicans question the integrity of Robert Mueller’s Russia investigation. President Trump says he will move the US embassy in Israel to Jerusalem. And Secretary of State Rex Tillerson gives a year-end address (or is it a farewell?) to State Department employees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 7, 2017 • 51min
The "When You’re President They Let You Do It" Edition
Mike Flynn is cooperating with Bob Mueller's Russia investigation, and President Trump raises questions about whether he sought to obstruct justice. Deutsche Bank has been told to hand over information about Trump-related finances. And the national security adviser tries to make Trump into a modern-day Ronald Reagan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 30, 2017 • 48min
"The Power of Delusional Thinking" Edition
Mike Flynn signals that he may be cooperating with Robert Mueller’s investigation. President Trump thinks the investigation may be nearing its end. And the U.S. plans to stay in Syria even after ISIS is defeated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 22, 2017 • 50min
The "Mother May I Launch a Missile" Edition
Should the president have the sole authority to launch nuclear missiles? President Trump designates North Korea a state sponsor of terrorism. And the “grownups” in charge of national security are exhausted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 15, 2017 • 48min
The "DMs on the DL" Edition
The FBI is investigating an alleged kidnapping scheme involving ex-National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. Donald Trump Jr. was in direct contact with Wikileaks during the 2016 campaign. And author and scholar Yascha Mounk breaks down the breakdown in democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 9, 2017 • 51min
The "Mr. Page Goes to Washington" Edition
Trump campaign adviser Carter Page says officials knew about his conversations with Russians. The Saudi government launches an alleged anti-corruption push, but is it really a power grab? And CIA Director Mike Pompeo is entertaining an alternate theory about the Russia hacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
