Why Trump Is Keeping Gitmo Open
It costs $10 million a year for each Gitmo detainee compared to $78,000 to keep someone in a maximum security prison.
Elliott Abrams: Iran Shows Its Imperial Ambitions
The Islamic Republic is determined to be the dominant player in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon.
Would Mark Twain Be Prevented From Speaking at Berkeley
Why is it OK to question Christianity but not Islam?
Tel Aviv Diary: Trump Widens US Divide Over Israel
Young American Jews are distancing themselves from Israel.
Devin Nunes Should 'Step Aside,' Adam Schiff Says
The top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee criticized Representative Devin Nunes, the top Republican.
Nunes Altered Memo Before Giving to White House: Schiff
Representative Adam Schiff said House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes changed a controversial memo after the panel reviewed it.
When Will Congress Release the Secret Memo?
House Intelligence Committee Republicans voted to make Rep. Nunes' memo about the FBI public.
Anti-Zionism Is Just Anti-Semitism by Another Name
Why we must remember International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Why Are U.S. Taxpayers Funding the Lebanese Army?
Surely we don't want to help pay for military courts that suppress freedom of speech?
Tel Aviv Diary: Will Iran Replace U.S. Palestinian Aid?
The Palestinians have climbed up a tree. But instead of bringing them a ladder, Trump brought a chainsaw.
Mayors Ditch White House Meeting After Sessions Threat
The Justice Department issued the warning to 23 cities across the country, including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.
Senate Investigators Demand Answers About Missing Texts
Senators Grassley and Johnson asked the Justice Department inspector general for information about text messages exchanged by a pair of senior FBI employees.
Is Trump Ready for a Proxy War Against Iran in Syria?
Will the areas we helped liberate from ISIS be a launching point for US-supported anti-Iranian operations?
There's Still Hope for Israeli-Palestinian Peace
Trump has ruled himself out as an agent of peace. There are signs to be optimistic.
Does Tillerson's New Syria Policy Make Any Sense?
The heavy lifting is still to come. And there enough diplomats to make progress?
Tel Aviv Diary: Hunkering Down To Future Without Peace
Abbas has made clear he objects to the very existence of Israel.
Trump Is Right to Cut Aid to Palestinian 'Refugees'
Since 1950, UNRWA has 'helped' over 5 million Palestinian 'refugees' to remain 'refugees.'
Trump's Bogus Terrorism Figures are Designed to Scare
The goal is to gin up fear of foreigners, especially Muslims.
Was Israel's Stealth Missile Attack on Syria Legal?
The strikes on an arms dump have been met with silence from the world community and from Israel itself.
How We Eavesdropped on Life Under ISIS Control
Satellite images gave RAND researchers a unique take on daily life in Syrian and Iraqi cities under ISIS rule.
El Chapo's Godson Pleads Guilty To Massive Drug Scheme
Dámaso López-Serrano was said to have soured his relationship with El Chapo after fighting to seize control of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel.
We Must Tie Support for Iran Nuke Deal to Human Rights
European leaders should not appease the fake moderate Rouhani.
Trump Is Packing Courts With Ultra-Conservative Judges
Smart, qualified Republican lawyers who would make fine federal judges are being passed over in favor of ideologues.
Sessions Wants to Increase Use of Death Penalty: Report
This comes as public support for capital punishment hits historic lows.
Justice Department Plans To Jam Prison Cellphones
The federal prison system will test new technology next week in an attempt to block smuggled cellphones used by inmates behind bars, the Department of Justice said Monday.
Trump Could Be Indicted, Leading Democrat Says
"Almost certainly, in my view, there will be additional convictions as well as indictments."
FBI Deputy Director Was Warned Of Potential Conflicts
Trump and other Republicans have accused Andrew McCabe of misconduct.
Trump Obstruction of Justice Threat Grows
There is mounting evidence Trump tried to influence the Justice Department.
Will the Protesters Sabotage Iran's Oil Fields?
Iran takes the threat seriously. An advocate for attacks on oil facilities was gunned down in Europe.
The U.S. Attorney Who Could Investigate Trump Appointed
Geoffrey Berman will succeed Preet Bharara, at least temporarily.