NATO’s Struggle to Define Its Future 2019-12-04

The Takeaway

NATO’s Struggle to Define Its Future

To commemorate its 70th anniversary, leaders of the 29 member countries are gathering in London this week. 

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President Trump is Allowing States to Ban Refugees—Utah is Asking for More

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Concerns Over Trump’s U.K. Visit So Close to U.K. Election

President Trump is in London attending the NATO summit amidst concerns of his sway on upcoming elections.

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