Stevenson’s army, August 4

– NYT reports US war-gaming Chinese responses to Pelosi visit.-

– WaPo says Russia did pre-invasion cyber attack on Ukraine.

– It’s always good to check out recent CRS reports. Here’s one on the Vacancies Act and how it limits “acting” officials.

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