Unlike other states, D.C.'s National Guard reports directly to the president—not the mayor or governor. On August 11, President Trump activated this force and placed federal control over D.C.'s police. Today, over 2,000 National Guard members from D.C. and other states are mobilized in the nation’s capital. Scott Anderson joins The Current to explain the legal and constitutional implications of this move—and what this could mean for other cities. Watch the full episode and join the conversation

2K views · 14 reactions | Foreign policy expert Michael O'Hanlon, of the Brookings Institution, says he's encouraged by Pres. Trump's preparation, public statements, and lowered expectations ahead of Friday's summit with Pres. Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska. Watch O'Hanlon and CBN Senior White House Correspondent Kelly Wright discuss the high-stakes meeting and today's White House call with Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders. | CBN News | Facebook

As the United Nations General Assembly begins its 80th session this month, UN Undersecretary-General and Special Adviser on Africa Cristina Duarte joins the Foresight Africa podcast to discuss what the shifting international order means for Africa. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast app or get the link in the comments. | The Brookings Institution