U.S. Lifts Ban on Military Contractors in Ukraine

The Biden administration recently made the significant decision to lift the ban on deploying U.S. military contractors to Ukraine. This move opens the door for American private companies to provide direct maintenance and repair support for U.S.-made weapons like the F-16 fighter jets and Patriot air defense systems. It’s a development that could change the…

An Analysis of President Biden’s Decision to Announce $6 Billion in Expedited Military Aid to Ukraine Before the Inauguration of President-Elect Donald Trump

With President-elect Donald Trump set to be inaugurated in January, President Joe Biden recently announced that he will fast-track over $6 billion in military aid to Ukraine. The timing, motivations, and potential impact of this decision raise a number of questions. Some see this as a necessary commitment to a longstanding ally; others view it…

The Case for Caution: Weighing the Pros and Cons of Ukraine’s Potential NATO Membership

The question of Ukraine's potential membership in NATO is fraught with moral, geopolitical, and strategic implications. It requires a careful examination of the principles that guide foreign policy, national security, and international alliances, especially as they relate to the values and ideals of sovereignty, peace, and prudence. The Pros of Ukraine Joining NATO Strengthening Global…

Trump’s Blame on Zelensky Misguided: Ukraine’s Fight for Sovereignty and the Importance of U.S. Support

Donald Trump’s recent remarks blaming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the war with Russia have stirred significant controversy. The comments, which suggest Zelensky is responsible for helping start the conflict, overlook key facts and fail to acknowledge the harsh reality of Russian aggression. From a moral and strategic standpoint, it’s crucial to recognize that Ukraine…

The Truth About Food Prices

As American families continue to grapple with rising food prices, the scrutiny has increasingly fallen on the current administration. Senator J.D. Vance recently underscored this growing concern, pointing directly to Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden-Harris administration's policies. "Because she’s been the vice president for three and a half years, she had the opportunity…

A Christian Conservative Perspective on Speaker Johnson’s Call for Ambassador Markarova’s Removal

As the United States navigates complex geopolitical challenges and internal political divides, the recent call by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to remove Ukraine’s U.S. ambassador, Oksana Markarova, has sparked significant debate. Johnson's letter, issued after Zelenskiy’s visit to a Pennsylvania ammunition plant, highlights concerns about election interference, but…