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Feb 9, 2026 · The secretary of defense just revealed that he fundamentally misunderstands what war is.

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Feb 9, 2026 · Television I Watched the “All-American” Super Bowl Halftime Show. It Was Even More Embarrassing Than You Imagined.

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Jan 23, 2026 · This week, the president suffered a string of defeats that exposed the real limits of his power at home and abroad.