Topic: Michael Morrell

Former CIA Acting Director Michael Morrell criticized President Trump's foreign policy and his relationship with the intelligence community. The discussion focuses on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and Morrell's claims regarding Chinese influence in the region following the U.S. withdrawal.

Former CIA Deputy Director Michael Morrell discusses the impact of US Special Operations forces on the ground in Syria. He argues that even small numbers of troops can significantly improve the strategic and tactical decisions of Kurdish fighters against ISIS. The hosts provide an update on the Battle of Mosul.