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[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Walking along the sound in Duck, NC and doing some thinking on Iran … (as @mamapoly4 shops)….actually, she offered some of the following thoughts too (also as a former ops officer in NE)….Number one, deterrence does not work if your adversary does not believe you’re serious. Trump‘s bombast and bluster often times falls flat because he pulls back at the last minute, so adversaries actually don’t believe the threats. So it simply doesn’t work. Iran does not fear us. Number two, our allies are very confused and don’t believe us either. Witness Trump saying the Israelis too were behind this new pull back from military action, which of course is not true and probably gave Bibi a heart attack. Three, I don’t even know if we are sure of what our strategy is. So Trump‘s style of bombast, lack of real deterrence, confusing allies – perhaps we are even confused- the US national security apparatus does not have a strategy either. It’s obviously policy making by whim of one man, no interagency process. Finally, I think it’s worth noting that Trump‘s art of the deal often is when he tries to speak things into existence – saying things that obviously aren’t true over and over again to try to make them true. That just does not work in foreign policy and national security. More at 3 pm (new hit time) on @MSNOWNews . Back to watching my credit card get pummeled… there r very nice boutique stores here that my wife has conquered like a true Greek warrior! 😉

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Very sad to hear this news. And it’s personal. Scott Pelley was the consummate professional in the 60 Minutes extraordinary years long coverage of Havana Syndrome (multiple episodes, relentless and indefatigable reporting, where they deservedly won an Emmy). He and the producers righteously drove the narrative of an awful govt coverup and need for accountability. The truth is what he and the team was after, and they slowly and painstakingly uncovered the govt malfeasance and betrayal. Because he cared for the CIA officers and others from the USG who were critically injured in the line of duty. His patience, care and compassion for the victims was deeply deeply appreciated. I spent many hours over two separate interview sessions with Scott and the team. It was emotional and grueling and took me a long time to recover. But it was worth it, given the importance of the subject. Scott is a true legend in journalism and we won’t ever forget his dedication to supporting those in need.

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Gorgeous day at the yard in DC….. and balls r flying out….feels like summer!

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

To a great and loyal RedSox fan, @mamapoly4 , Happy Mothers Day!!!! (Not at Fenway today, but soon….)

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

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[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Deeply appreciate @60Minutes and @michaeldweiss for their tenacious dedication to exposing this awful story of USG betrayal and cover-up.

[60 Minutes @60Minutes]

U.S. military personnel who say they have injuries from Havana Syndrome attacks want the government to acknowledge their sacrifice. https://t.co/YUWWeGXAtX

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Amazing moment @RedSox Jet Blue Park with @homebaseprogram Florida on the field, 300 vets walking strong. Very moving. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 An extraordinary multi year investigation culminates tonite….

[Adam Kinzinger (Slava Ukraini) 🇺🇸🇺🇦 @AdamKinzinger]

MAGA: “I ain’t watching the halftime show!!!! I’m watching the pro-family TPUSA one headlined by KID ROCK MAGAAA!!!!”

Kid Rock song:

“ladies, young ladies, I like 'em underage, see. Some say that's statutory (but I say that's mandatory)”

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Amen to this. @AstroTerry is a legit American hero. 🇺🇸🫡

[Adam Kinzinger (Slava Ukraini) 🇺🇸🇺🇦 @AdamKinzinger]

If you live in Texas 9th congressional district, or want to support a great candidate in the Democratic primary, then here is your man. Former astronaut and fighter pilot Terry Virts, @AstroTerry. The house needs its own astronaut!

https://t.co/Wt2HO0XcsR

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

St Andrews was absolutely spectacular…. We will be back. 🙏🫡

[Brian Allen @allenanalysis]

🚨BREAKING: The shutdown wasn’t a glitch—it was the plan.

As soon as the government shuts down, Trump’s allies like Russ Vought gain extraordinary power to terminate, restructure, and defund entire agencies without going through Congress.

That’s why they wanted it.

They’re not “negotiating,” they’re executing a purge.

[Alex Cole @acnewsitics]

Here is Donald Trump saying the president should always get the blame if there is a government shutdown because the problem starts from the top and the leader is the problem.

[Brian Allen @allenanalysis]

BREAKING: Federal investigators say they’ve found no link between Charlie Kirk’s shooter and any left-wing groups. PER NBC

So the shooter isn’t Antifa.
Isn’t a Democrat.
Isn’t even political.

And yet, millions were fed a lie that sparked national outrage.

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Unforgettable time in Whittier and beyond. Bucket list trip. Alaska was spectacular, on every level.

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Sox fan true dedication (watching from a cruise on Prince William Sound in Alaska!)

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

Beluga Point, and earlier, Flattop mtn in Anchorage…. Quite the day.

[Marc Polymeropoulos @Mpolymer]

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center…..