Outside the Beltway

The announcement of a new Muslim travel ban Executive Order has been delayed once again.

The Don’t Dream It, Be It Edition OTB Caption Contest^TM is now over.

There are two sides in this war between Trump and the media, but only one of them is the right side.

For seventy-seven minutes yesterday, President Trump held forth in a press conference that confirmed the most dire predictions about what he’d be like as President.

Trump’s combination amateur hour/tough guy approach is not going to make the world a safer place, nor will it advance US national interest.

Another judicial slap at the Trump Administration.

Two new polls show that most Americans oppose President Trump’s ban on travel from seven majority Muslim countries, but that most Republicans support it.

An initial setback for the Federal Government in its appeal of the ruling putting President Trump’s Muslim travel ban on hold.

A legal victory, at least for now, for opponents of Donald Trump’s ban on immigration from seven majority Muslim nations.

In a closer than normal vote for the position, Rex Tillerson has been confirmed as Secretary of State.

The first day of implementation of President Trump’s order barring immigration from certain Muslim nations did not go smoothly for the Administration.

As expected, Donald Trump yesterday signed Executive Orders targeting Muslims and refugees.

Despite campaign promises, President Trump appears to be putting off any immediate decision on the location of the U.S. Embassy to Israel.

A potentially controversial commutation from President Obama today.

Secretary of State John Kerry’s speech on Middle East peace was largely correct, but his words are pointless given the fact that neither Israel nor the Palestinians seem serious about peacefully resolving their differences.

While you were celebrating Christmas, Israel was blasting the Obama Administration and cozying up to the incoming Trump Administration.

The situation in the Middle East just potentially became much more complicated.

Republicans sure have changed their mind about Vladimir Putin.

A controversial member of George W. Bush’s foreign policy team is up for a post in Donald Trump’s State Department.

For Donald Trump, it appears that ignorance is bliss.

As America prepares for a Presidential transition, an old conflict with a history of turning dangerous rears its head.

Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is speaking out against several of President-Elect Trump’s proposed Cabinet nominees.

A controversial retired General has been tapped to be President-Elect Trump’s top White House foreign policy voice.

A surprising name is emerging as the likely pick for the nation’s top diplomatic position.

According to reports, Vice-President Biden is on a Clinton campaign short list for Secretary of State.

North Korea continues to advance its nuclear program but it’s unclear what anyone can do about it.

For largely irrational reasons, French police are arresting women on the beach for wearing swimsuits that are compatible with their faith.

Of course Donald Trump responded to a Gold Star Father in the worst possible way.

A massive attack hits Istanbul’s airport.

The Ramming Speed Edition OTB Caption Contest^TM is now over.

Hillary Clinton scored another big win in New York last night, putting her closer to clinching the Democratic nomination, and causing Bernie Sanders’ campaign to make even less sense.

A treasure trove of documents from a law firm in Panama could prove problematic for a large group of international leaders.

Nancy Reagan was a crucial part what made Ronald Reagan the man he was, and today she passed away at the age of 94.

With the Vermont Senator holding a seemingly insurmountable lead in New Hampshire, Bernie Sanders and HIllary Clinton clashed last night in their most contentious debate yet.

The Don’t Crush That Dwarf, Hand Me The Pliers Edition OTB Caption Contest^TM is now over.

Hillary Clinton and Marco Rubio have won the endorsement of the Des Moines Register, but it’s unclear how much this will help their respective campaigns.

The Humphrey The Camel Edition OTB Caption Contest^TM is now over.

Sarah Palin is back, and she’s endorsing Donald Trump for the Republican nomination for President.

Another hopeful step forward, thanks to diplomacy.

Good news for Jason Rezaian and four other Americans, and another example of how diplomacy can help resolve disputes that seemed irresolvable.

Ten American sailors detained by Iranian forces late Tuesday were released early today, something that seems to clearly demonstrate the value of diplomacy.

The execution of a prominent Shi’ite cleric has led to a rapid deterioration of the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran.

After more than three decades, the men and women held hostage in Iran for 444 days will receive at least some compensation.

The Fifth Republican Debate, and the last of 2015, was marked by expected clashes between the candidates, and one that never happened.