An abortion battle causes mayhem in America’s military ranks
A senator takes the culture war to the armed forces
The handsome white-painted house at 801 G Street SE, one of the oldest public buildings in Washington, DC, has been home to all but two commandants of the Marine Corps since 1806. This week, though, it has no occupant for the first time in more than a century. General David Berger, the outgoing chief, retired on July 10th. His deputy, Eric Smith, cannot move in because the Senate has not confirmed him. He holds the job in an acting capacity, with limitations, and has no deputy.
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United States July 15th 2023
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- Judge and staff shortages are leaving Americans in limbo
- An abortion battle causes mayhem in America’s military ranks
- America’s state lawmakers are passing ineffective anti-porn laws
- Joe Biden should run against the Ivy League
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