Trump Names Thomas Barrack Envoy to Syria, Iraq

Trump names Thomas Barrack as envoy to Syria and Iraq, putting a seasoned political fixer in a region where Washington has spent years making a mess. The move signals a more hands-on approach to two critical flashpoints and raises the stakes for U.S. diplomacy in the Middle East. For America First observers, the key question is whether this appointment advances U.S. interests or just adds another layer of Beltway management. Read more about this...