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Mark Hertling

Episode 50 | 26m 46s

Ret. Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling assesses the Trump administration’s National Security Strategy and what it means for U.S. allies and adversaries. He discusses U.S. strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats, the war in Ukraine, and countering China.

Aired: 12/11/25
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