Welcome to Inside the Team Room: Peshmerga. Jack Murphy has traveled halfway around the world to interview two American military veterans, Kurt and Joey, who have joined forces with the Peshmerga in Kurdistan to help keep up the fight against ISIS. Today, the men talk about their first-hand experiences in fighting the terrorist group. Enjoy this inside look at the … [Read more...] about Inside the Team Room: Peshmerga – American’s First Hand Experiences Fighting ISIS
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Op-Ed: Crisis at the Border – Unveiling the True Scale of Unchecked Immigration
Editor's Note: What follows is an op-ed piece submitted to us by US Navy veteran and Ops Director for Veterans For America First, Chad Caton. It is presented here unedited. The views expressed in this piece are his own. We thank Chad for his contribution. -- GDM -- Crisis at the Border? That is putting it mildly. It’s time to quit expecting this administration to do … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Crisis at the Border – Unveiling the True Scale of Unchecked Immigration
Deadly Drone Attack on American Soldiers in Jordan Sparks Crisis
A devastating drone strike in Jordan on Sunday resulted in the deaths of three American military personnel, with at least 34 others injured, marking a significant escalation in the conflict that has seen a sharp increase in hostilities across the Middle East since the onset of the current war in Gaza. In response to the attack, President Biden attributed the aggression to … [Read more...] about Deadly Drone Attack on American Soldiers in Jordan Sparks Crisis
Uvalde Tragedy Exposed: Unveiling the Chaos and Lessons Learned for Future Crisis Response
It's hard to read the report without wanting to hurt somebody. Read the following excerpt, and you'll see what I mean. DOJ Report Excerpt The most significant failure was that responding officers should have immediately recognized the incident as an active shooter situation, using the resources and equipment that were sufficient to push forward immediately and continuously … [Read more...] about Uvalde Tragedy Exposed: Unveiling the Chaos and Lessons Learned for Future Crisis Response
Inside the NRA’s Crisis: The Fall of Former Democrat Wayne LaPierre and the Fight for Gun Reform
"The head of the National Rifle Association can't shoot, can't schmooze, and has the backbone of a chocolate eclair." Says a former board member—yet commands one of the most influential right-wing organizations in politics. -From Tim Mak's book Misfire: Inside the downfall of the NRA I, and many others, Oliver North included, have often scratched our heads at how someone … [Read more...] about Inside the NRA’s Crisis: The Fall of Former Democrat Wayne LaPierre and the Fight for Gun Reform
SOF Pic of the Day: T-Swift and SEAL Team 7 Battle ISIS in Mosul Circa 2018
I'll be damned if Taylor Swift isn't everywhere these days. Ok, this pic was taken in 2018, so it isn't exactly hot off the presses, but it is new to you and me, and you know what I mean. Perhaps Thomas Swift was manning this weapon, or perhaps whoever it was is a huge "Swiftie"; the world will never know and I certainly won't be losing any sleep over it. What I find more … [Read more...] about SOF Pic of the Day: T-Swift and SEAL Team 7 Battle ISIS in Mosul Circa 2018
The Escalating Toll of Landmines: A Global Crisis Unfolding
Landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) continue to pose a severe threat to civilian populations worldwide, as highlighted in the latest report by the Landmine Monitor. The report, released recently, paints a grim picture of the escalating casualties and challenges posed by these insidious weapons in conflict zones across the globe. Alarming Trends in … [Read more...] about The Escalating Toll of Landmines: A Global Crisis Unfolding
The Bolduc Brief: Crisis in The Veterans Administration – Failure to Deliver Services to Veterans
A Subject of Criticism The Veterans Administration (VA), an agency of the U.S. federal government, was established to provide healthcare and benefits to the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. armed forces. However, the VA has increasingly become the subject of criticism and controversy, with many alleging that it fails to fulfill its mandate to care for veterans. … [Read more...] about The Bolduc Brief: Crisis in The Veterans Administration – Failure to Deliver Services to Veterans
The Bolduc Brief: Addressing the Crisis of Recruitment and Retention
Introduction The United States military plays a crucial role in safeguarding the nation's security and defending its interests worldwide. However, recent trends indicate a concerning crisis within the military, with all branches struggling to meet recruitment goals and experiencing declining retention rates. This essay aims to explore the factors contributing to this crisis, … [Read more...] about The Bolduc Brief: Addressing the Crisis of Recruitment and Retention
Diplomacy and Defense: US Response to the Ongoing Middle East Crisis
This deployment aims to aid hostage recovery and intelligence sharing. — In the midst of escalating tensions in the Middle East, the United States Department of Defense has initiated preparations to deploy approximately 2,000 troops to support Israel's defense in response to a series of surprise attacks by Hamas militants earlier this month. These attacks have included … [Read more...] about Diplomacy and Defense: US Response to the Ongoing Middle East Crisis
Middle East Crisis: Israel Declares War on Hamas, Over 1,100 Dead
The Israeli government has officially declared war on Hamas and has authorized "significant military steps" in retaliation for the recent surprise attack by the militant group. — AP News reported Monday that the Israeli military continued its efforts to eliminate Hamas fighters in southern towns and intensified its bombardment of the Gaza Strip. The toll from the … [Read more...] about Middle East Crisis: Israel Declares War on Hamas, Over 1,100 Dead
UN Mission in Nagorno-Karabakh: Assessing Humanitarian Needs Amidst an Evolving Crisis
The recent arrival of a United Nations mission in Nagorno-Karabakh marks a significant development in the aftermath of the evolving conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia. For the first time in nearly three decades, the international body gained access to the region to assess humanitarian needs in the wake of a one-day Azerbaijani offensive that led to the disarmament and … [Read more...] about UN Mission in Nagorno-Karabakh: Assessing Humanitarian Needs Amidst an Evolving Crisis