According to CBS News on the 29th, when assessing the grim situation of the national security and foreign policy agencies, Biden warned that in Trump’s four years in office, these departments have suffered huge losses and hollowed out personnel, capabilities and morale.
Biden said, “We have encountered obstacles set by political leadership from the Department of Defense, the Office of Management and Budget. Now, we are just not getting all the information we need from the outgoing government in key areas of national security. In my opinion, this is simply irresponsible.
Biden said it was vital to ensure that “no loss” during the change of administration, and stressed that his team needed a “clear understanding” of the country’s military situation and deterrence operations against the enemy on a global scale, as well as the ongoing budget planning of the Pentagon and other institutions. Full visibility” to “avoid any confusion”.
