President Biden Defends U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan
President Biden met with national security officials by video conference this morning to discuss the situation in Afghanistan.
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Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Blames Afghan Security Forces For Failure To Fight
NPR speaks with Congressman Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, about the latest developments in Afghanistan.
Republican Texas Congressman Michael McCaul Criticizes Troop Withdrawal
One of the most outspoken critics of the withdrawal is Michael McCaul of Texas.
Former Department Assistant Secretary Of State Discusses Future Diplomacy
Annie Pforzheimer was the acting deputy assistant secretary state for Afghanistan until March of 2019.
U.S. Embassy Staff Evacuated From Kabul
Helicopters are removing U.S. staff from the embassy as the Taliban circle Kabul.
Former Supreme Allied Commander at NATO Describes Military Events In Kabul
Former Supreme Allied Commander at NATO Admiral James Stavridis offers his perspective on the fall of Kabul.
The Taliban Moved Quicker Than Anticipated To Take Afghanistan
President Biden said several days ago that he did not regret his decision to withdraw from Afghanistan. The speed with which the Taliban have swept through is not what he had said to anticipate.
How The White House Is Responding To The Taliban In Afghanistan
The Biden administration is facing a fast-changing situation in Afghanistan where Taliban forces are said to have enricled the capital, Kabul.
Politics Chat: What The Taliban's Advancement In Afghanistan Means For Biden
Afghistan's collapse could prove damaging to President Biden's agenda but the public does not have a strong appetite for continuing a military presence there.
Republican Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger Comments On Afghanistan
Adam Kinzinger is a republican who represents Illinois in the U.S. House.