Fear Of Russia Drives Sweden Closer To NATO

Fear Of Russia Drives Sweden Closer To NATO
Fear Of Russia Drives Sweden Closer To NATO

WASHINGTON: The Russian threat has driven Sweden so close to NATO that the once-neutral nation is becoming an ally in all but name. While the current Swedish government won’t apply for NATO membership — a position it just reiterated Friday — every other kind of collaboration is not only on the table, but actually happening…

Budget Hell: Kendall Prays For 3-Month CR, Fears 6

Budget Hell: Kendall Prays For 3-Month CR, Fears 6
Budget Hell: Kendall Prays For 3-Month CR, Fears 6

NATIONAL PRESS CLUB: The Pentagon’s top buyer is praying that Congress will only be three months late enacting a 2017 budget, instead of six. Frank Kendall’s frank comments made clear that on-time is off the table. Kendall’s got cause for concern. Just yesterday, the Senate failed for the third time to pass a defense funding…