Americans for Intelligence Reform

Brad Johnson, President, and retired CIA Senior Officer and Chief of Staff. Insight into current events from an intelligence angle.

Erdogan will win election in Turkey, legitimate or not

Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been in power in Turkey for over a decade and has consolidated his power through various means, including cracking down on the media and opposition parties. With the upcoming election in Turkey, many question the legitimacy of the election, and whether or not Erdogan will allow a fair vote. Despite the […]

Wagner Group attempting to sell out Russia to gain Bakhmut

There is a notorious private military company that has been involved in a number of conflicts around the world. This organization, is known as the Wagner Group, and the Wagner Group wants Bakhmut in Ukraine. In order to win control of the town, the Wagner Group is trying to sell out other Russians who are […]

Serbia open to discussing leftist education as possible cause of shooting

In 2023, a horrific school shooting in Serbia took place, prompting the need to examine the underlying causes that led to this tragic event. Unlike the United States, which has seen a multitude of school shootings, Serbia had previously been spared from such violence. Experts have suggested that one of the main causes of the […]

Thailand’s new Leftist government a sign of Chinese influence

In a surprising turn of events, the leftist party of Thailand has taken control of the country’s government in the latest elections. The party, which has been gaining popularity in recent years, has promised to tackle corruption and address the growing economic disparities that have plagued the Thai society. This is a significant development in […]

Russian Chinese alliance threatens the world

The recent alliance between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping poses a dire threat to the world. Both leaders have shown a willingness to violate international norms and engage in aggressive behavior that undermines global security. Their partnership has enabled them to pursue their shared interests, and their collaboration is emboldening other […]

Democrats and the GOP hide the Chinese threat

In the current political climate, it seems that both major political parties in the United States are more interested in fighting each other than in recognizing the true threat that China poses to American security and prosperity. While each party has different reasons to ignore the Chinese threat, the fact remains that this blindness to […]

Biden administration’s racism exposed by Simon Atoba

The United States is supposed to be a place where everyone is treated with equal dignity and fairness. Unfortunately, there are still instances where racism seeps into the core of the government, like the Biden administration’s racism exposed by the White House refusing to call on Simon Atoba during a recent press conference. This exclusionary […]

Looming war with China in the next six to twelve months

Six months away from a potential war between America and China, starting at Taiwan, is a situation that demands utmost attention and caution from all stakeholders. Tensions between the two superpowers have been escalating, and the Taiwan issue remains a potential flashpoint that could trigger a major conflict in the Pacific region. One of the […]

Congress must pass comprehensive legislation against China

Over the past few decades, China has become a global economic and political power. While this rise has provided benefits to many countries, it has also created complex challenges. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is using its economic and military might to challenge the international order, flouting democratic values such as human rights, democracy, individual […]

Biden’s diplomatic weakness permits China to arm Russia

The United States’ weak diplomacy with China has allowed the latter to become increasingly aggressive with its expansionist policies in Asia and for China to arm Russia in the invasion of Ukraine. The lack of a coherent diplomatic strategy towards China has encouraged the growth of Chinese economic and military power, which has emboldened Beijing […]