Stevenson’s army, August 21
– 73 officials who served in Republican administrations, including Dean Cohen and Prof Edelman [who were Never Trumpers in 2016], have signed a letter endorsing Joe Biden for president.
– Bipartisan Scowcroft Center report says DHS should refocus its mission.
– Politico says OMB political appointees have been given more power to apportion funds, a job previously done by careerists. WaPo confirms.
DOD moves to classified telework.
– Iraq developments: militia riots in Basra; US companies get contracts; PM meets with POTUS.
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