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Expert Warns CIA Missteps Threaten National Security

7/16/2025

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Tim Weiner, author of "The Mission," raises alarms about the CIA's missteps and its troubling alignment with Trump's administration. He warns that anti-diversity policies and questionable appointments jeopardize national security. Weiner underscores the critical role of intelligence in combating foreign threats, fearing that the administration's incompetence could pave the way for future attacks on democracy.

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Tim Weiner, author of "The Mission," raises alarms about the CIA's missteps and its troubling alignment with Trump's administration. He warns that anti-diversity policies and questionable appointments jeopardize national security. Weiner underscores the critical role of intelligence in combating foreign threats, fearing that the administration's incompetence could pave the way for future attacks on democracy.