Covert Action Debate
Melvin argues against the CIA's involvement in covert actions, emphasizing that it compromises intelligence collection and analysis. He reflects on historical failures, such as the Soviet collapse and the Iraq War, noting that despite ample intelligence, critical insights were overlooked. The discussion highlights the importance of focusing on intelligence gathering rather than covert operations, especially in today's complex geopolitical landscape.In this clip
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U.S. Intelligence in Decline?
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