Command Post: Trump Admits To War Crimes During UN Speech
Summary
This episode critiques the Pentagon's new "Joint Warfighting Evaluation" for promoting senior officers, arguing that its architect, Stu Scheller, lacks the strategic experience to design such a test. The hosts dismantle Secretary Hegseth's historical justifications, correcting misconceptions about the Louisiana Maneuvers and Admiral Nimitz. The discussion shifts to the escalating conflict in Yemen, analyzing why Saudi Arabia is requesting U.S. assistance against the Houthis despite previous military failures. Finally, the hosts address President Trump's United Nations speech, labeling his c…
Topics discussed
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Pentagon changes to general officer promotions
Criticism of Hegseth's AI war game proposal
Background on Lt. Col. Scheller and his court martial
Defense of current military training and simulations
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Discussion on officer evaluation and performance ratings
Historical context: Marshall and Louisiana Maneuvers
Analysis of WWII maneuver exercises and talent ID
Correction on Chester Nimitz's career path
Rebuttals regarding Eisenhower and Bradley's reputations
Hegseth's rationale for assessing problem-solving skills
Host reaction: Flawed premise and lack of experience
Personal courage and values in leadership
Historical note on pre-WWII officer selection systems
Importance of new ideas and retirement timing
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Yemen conflict: Houthis vs Saudi Arabia and UAE
Houthi-Iran relationship and cultural context
Saudi Arabia: Domestic politics and US relations
Venezuela oil reserves and legal implications of seizure
International law violations regarding Venezuelan oil
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