Irregular Warfare Oversight in DC

July 03, 2020 • 00:41:01
Irregular Warfare Oversight in DC
Irregular Warfare Podcast
Irregular Warfare Oversight in DC

Jul 03 2020 | 00:41:01

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Show Notes

What are the mechanics and politics that determine how the US government approaches irregular conflicts? That's the question at the center of this episode of the Irregular Warfare Podcast. Hosts Nick Lopez and Kyler Atwell are joined by Mark Mitchell, former acting assistant secretary of defense for special operations and low-intensity conflict, and Pete Villano, who spent a decade as a professional staff member on the House Armed Services Committee.

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