Dear John,

In the crush of news, we send along two new timely analyses:

Is Trump Getting Rolled By Russia And Iran? - Raising our gaze a bit, Simon argues that Trump is in the process of losing the battle for the Middle East to Russia and Iran.  If true, the Soleimani assassination was more an act of desperation than a master stroke, and very well may hasten the US departure from the region. 

McConnell’s Grand Betrayal – In a new analysis, Simon argues that a trial without witnesses is like a democracy without voting; and that McConnell’s refusal to allow a thorough examination of a matter the United States intelligence community characterized as an “urgent concern” is one of the most shameful and disgraceful acts by an American elected official in our history. 

Your feedback, as always, is encouraged.

Sincerely,

Chris Taylor