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Former CFR military fellows John Barrientos and Kristen Thompson provide an inside view on how the U.S. military is adapting to the challenges it faces.

Podcast by James M. Lindsay, John P. Barrientos, and Kristen D. Thompson Apr 23, 2024

Harris Seeks the Democratic Nomination

Vice President Kamala Harris is seeking the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination in the wake of Joe Biden’s exit from the race.

Blog Post by James M. Lindsay Jul 22, 2024

United States

Election 2024: The Democratic National Convention Begins on Monday

Each Friday, I look at what the presidential contenders are saying about foreign policy. This Week: Democrats gather in Chicago next week optimistic about their chances in November.

Blog Post by James M. Lindsay August 16, 2024 The Water's Edge
Monetary Policy

What Is the U.S. Federal Reserve?

Over the past decade, the Fed kept interest rates low while it deployed trillions of dollars in stimulus and expanded its regulatory oversight. Now, the central bank is back in the spotlight for its battle against inflation.

Backgrounder by James McBride , Anshu Siripurapu and Noah Berman August 15, 2024 Renewing America
United States

A Conversation With Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) Christopher G. Cavoli

General Cavoli discusses the Euro-Atlantic Partnership, security challenges in the region, Russia's war in Ukraine, and his takeaways from the NATO Summit in Washington.

Event with Christopher G. Cavoli and Ivo H. Daalder August 15, 2024

United States

Reimagining American Cities: RealEcon Visits Western Pennsylvania and New York

On the latest leg of its listening tour, RealEcon walks through the transformation of industrial cities in the Northeast.

Article by Allison J. Smith and Matthew P. Goodman August 15, 2024 RealEcon
Russia

How the U.S. Can Counter Disinformation From Russia and China

Attempts by Russia, China, and other U.S. adversaries to spread dangerous false narratives need to be countered before they take root.

Expert Brief by Dana S. LaFon August 14, 2024
China Strategy Initiative

America’s China Strategy, With Rush Doshi

Rush Doshi, C.V. Starr Senior Fellow for Asia Studies and director of the China Strategy Initiative, sits down with James M. Lindsay to discuss how America should navigate its geopolitical rivalry with China.

Podcast with James M. Lindsay and Rush Doshi August 13, 2024 The President’s Inbox

United States

Election 2024: Where the Presidential Race Stands Three Months Before Election Day

Each Friday, I look at what the presidential contenders are saying about foreign policy. This Week: The 2024 election continues to be a tight race where policy issues are taking a back seat to personal attacks.

Blog Post by James M. Lindsay August 9, 2024 The Water's Edge
United States

The U.S. Supreme Court’s Chevron Deference Ruling Will Disrupt Climate Policy

The Supreme Court’s recent ruling to limit federal agencies’ power to interpret laws will have major implications for U.S. climate and environmental policies.

Expert Brief by Alice C. Hill August 7, 2024 Energy Security and Climate Change Program
Election 2024

Meet Tim Walz, Democratic Vice-Presidential Candidate

The Minnesota governor is Kamala Harris’s choice to be her running mate in the 2024 presidential election.

Blog Post by James M. Lindsay August 7, 2024 The Water's Edge
United States

The U.S. Immigration Debate

Comprehensive immigration reform has eluded Congress for decades. Presidents have increasingly turned to executive action to reshape asylum and border policy.

Backgrounder by Diana Roy , Claire Klobucista and Amelia Cheatham August 7, 2024
Election 2024

Issue Guide: Tim Walz on Foreign Policy

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is the Democratic vice-presidential nominee. This primer provides some background on his foreign policy views.

Article by Noah Berman and Diana Roy August 6, 2024
United States

Silicon Valley and the Future of Warfare, With Christopher Kirchhoff and Raj M. Shah

Christopher Kirchhoff, former special assistant to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Raj M. Shah, managing partner of Shield Capital, sit down with James M. Lindsay to discuss the efforts by the U.S. Department of Defense to incorporate cutting-edge technology into its operations.

Podcast with James M. Lindsay , Christopher Kirchhoff and Raj M. Shah August 6, 2024 The President’s Inbox
Election 2024

Election 2024: Who Will Kamala Harris Select as Her Running Mate?

Each Friday, I look at what the presidential contenders are saying about foreign policy. This Week: Who Kamala Harris chooses as her running mate could tip the outcome of the presidential race.

Blog Post by James M. Lindsay August 2, 2024 The Water's Edge
RealEcon

Making U.S. Trade Policy Relevant Again

U.S. trade policy can still solve problems but requires new approaches that engage with current realities rather than wishful thinking, says former chief of staff to the U.S. trade representative.

Article by Heather Hurlburt July 31, 2024 RealEcon
Bolivia

Civilian-controlled Militaries Keep Coups Out of Latin America Plus Trump's VP Pick Signals Hawkish Latin America Policy

Civilian-controlled militaries keep coups out of Latin America; Trump’s Vance VP pick signals a Latin America policy hawkish on migration and Mexican organized crime.

Blog Post by Shannon K. O'Neil and Will Freeman July 30, 2024 Latin America’s Moment