A recent survey conducted by The Pew Research Center shows that a majority of Americans believe news reports of the government’s efforts to track terrorist activities by examining bank records have hurt America’s interests. However, having noted that, we find that a greater majority believe the news reports conveyed information the American public should have. Go figure.
The U.S. military is maintaining a beefed-up presence in the Middle East, including fighters and air defense assets, following the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities June 22 and subsequent retaliation by the Iranians against Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
