Sen. Blumenthal On Niger Attack
NPR's David Greene talks to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal ahead of a classified Senate Armed Services Committee briefing on the deadly attack in Niger that killed four Americans.
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What Is Money Laundering? And Why Does It Matter To Robert Mueller?
Former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort's ties to overseas money have raised the eyebrows of many, including the man tasked by DOJ with investigating the campaign's connections to Russia.
A Timeline — And Questions — About The Niger Firefight That Killed U.S. Troops
Amid growing political fallout, the Department of Defense has put forward a timeline for the deadly confrontation with militants in Niger that killed four U.S. soldiers.
After Controversy Over Condolence Calls, Can Trump And The White House Refocus?
The president once again got sidetracked and mired in a controversy of his own creation for a week. He has a chance to move on this week to more pressing things of substance, but can he?
Bergdahl Defense Says Case Should Be Dismissed Because Of Trump's Comments
A sentencing hearing began today for U.S. Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, who pleaded guilty to desertion and dereliction of duty for leaving his unit in Afghanistan. But instead of beginning testimony today as planned, the judge heard an argument from the defense — that the case should be dismissed because of remarks made by President Trump.
Chairman Of Joint Chiefs Of Staff Says A Lot About Attack In Niger Is Still Unknown
The nation's highest military officer — Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, Marine General Joseph Dunford — revealed more details today about the deadly ambush in Africa earlier this month where four U.S. soldiers were killed in Niger.
Former Paratrooper On What It Was Like To Serve With Bergdahl
When Bowe Bergdahl walked off of his base in 2009, soldiers and resources across Afghanistan were rerouted to search for him. Jon Thurman was with Bergdahl's company, and was a part of the weeks-long search after he disappeared. He speaks with NPR about that time, and how he feels about Bergdahl's guilty plea.
Indiana Congressman On The Attack In Niger That Killed 4 U.S. Soldiers
Congressman Jim Banks, R-Ind., serves on the Armed Services Committee. He speaks with NPR's Robert Siegel about the latest information about the attack in Niger that killed four U.S. service members.
Special Forces Medic During Vietnam War Presented With Medal Of Honor
President Trump presented the Medal of Honor to retired Army Capt. Gary Rose for conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War. During a four-day battle in Laos with North Vietnamese troops, Rose — a special forces medic — treated more than 50 soldiers under fire despite his own injuries.
Medal Of Honor Awarded To Army Medic For Covert Operation During Vietnam War
Army Capt. Gary Rose is credited with saving the lives of dozens of soldiers during a dayslong operation in Laos, as he ran into enemy fire to save the wounded. The mission was classified for decades.