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    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | February 15th, 2024: Russia's Space-Based Nuclear Ambitions & US Considers Releasing Thousands Of Detained Migrants

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    • New Russian space-based nuclear weapon raises concernsOfficials downplayed the threat, but some lawmakers took it seriously, leading to efforts to quell public concerns and assure stability. Careful handling of classified info and potential political implications of disclosure are highlighted.

      While anonymous officials downplayed the significance of a new Russian space-based nuclear weapon, some lawmakers and government officials took the potential threat seriously. Representative Turner's public remarks on the classified intelligence report caught many off guard, leading to efforts to quell public concerns and assure stability. The Senate Intelligence Committee, led by Democrats Mark Warner and Marco Rubio and Republicans, has been tracking the issue and warned against hasty declassification to avoid revealing sensitive sources and methods. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was also surprised by Turner's public announcement, which some speculate was a calculated political move related to funding for the war in Ukraine. Overall, the situation highlights the importance of careful handling of classified information and the potential political implications of its disclosure.

    • Political gridlock impacts Ukraine aid, Hollywood, and US immigrationWashington D.C. gridlock hinders aid for Ukraine, Hollywood faces Chinese influence, US immigration officials consider releasing detained migrants

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