The Air Force and the Military Space Program
Since the early 1960s, the Air Force has led most military space operations. Their Guardians manage an array of satellites providing services like reverse positioning, navigation and timing (RPNT), strategic and tactical communications (T-Com), intelligence surveillance reconnaissance (ISR), intelligence gathering and weather forecasting (W-Bayer). This new service will operate under the Department of the Air…
What Is US Policy on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict?
The Biden administration’s policy towards Israel has generally followed that of President Donald Trump’s, with high levels of US assistance to Israel and backing their claim on Jerusalem while shielding it from international criticism by blocking UN Security Council resolutions condemning Israeli settlements.The administration has also actively supported Israel’s stated military objective of “destroying Hamas.”…
2024 United States Presidential Election
The 2024 United States presidential election begins with primary and caucus elections at state levels to select candidates for both major parties and determine who receives delegates at party conventions.Republicans boast a diverse field of candidates while former Vice President Joe Biden remains the front-runner among Democrats. But an unexpected outbreak of Israeli-Hamas violence could…
Top Stories on Racial Equality and Justice in USA
Mother of a murdered teen whose death sparked global protests has continued her fight for justice, while Georgetown University owes its existence to slavery; therefore, a new book explores this legacy head on.Unfounded accusations of voter fraud continue to destabilize election procedures and disenfranchise voters of color, yet The College Board reinstated its AP African…
Global Economic Impacts on the United States
The United States exerts an outsized impact on global economy. As the largest market for FDI and stocks globally, its financial markets are tightly interwoven with those of other nations. An increase in US activity can stimulate global economic growth via exports and productivity spillovers. Furthermore, it may have implications for monetary policy, investor sentiment…
Cybersecurity Threats and Defenses in the USA
Cybersecurity threats and defenses are constantly changing as hackers refine their methods and technology. Staying ahead requires regular updates for organizations if they wish to stay protected against potential attackers. Security professionals must educate end users to delete suspicious attachments and not connect unknown USB drives, among other best practices. Furthermore, they should reinforce that…
Technology Breakthroughs in the United States
Technological innovation is one of the main sources of economic progress and living standards improvement, while also creating new challenges and controversies. Much of what we take for granted today traces back to government research conducted at National Labs. Quantum Computing Advancements Many technologists believe quantum computers could solve complex problems at speeds and efficiencies…
Immigration Policy Changes and Implications for the USA
An accumulation of restrictive legislation and strict enforcement policies resulted in an unprecedented surge in border apprehensions even though migration had stabilized, sparking public outrage and fueling conservative populism and xenophobia. This inflamed public opinion further and contributed to their growth. The Biden administration has introduced comprehensive immigration reform proposals that would offer millions of…
US and UK Attacks on Yemen’s Houthis Belie Push for De-Escalation
Brian Finucane, senior program adviser of the International Crisis Group think tank, believes US and UK attacks won’t deter Houthi aggression as they are supported by Iran and have withstood years of bombings from Saudi-led coalition.These attacks followed an American-led warning to the Houthis that any attacks against shipping could lead to consequences, and that…
Political Developments in the USA Today
Political factions frequently emerge in response to specific social, economic, or political issues – for instance the Dixiecrats, Know-Nothings and free-spoilers from early American history, or Abraham Lincoln’s departure from the Democratic Party over slavery as examples of such forces at work. Polls aimed at uncovering affective polarization often find Americans to be discontent with…