Is The Ukraine Crisis Emboldening U.S. Adversaries?

On Monday, Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said that 8,500 U.S. troops were placed on heightened alert amid the deteriorating situation between Russia and Ukraine. As the U.S. and NATO prepare contingencies to take action, Russia continues to gather armed troops on Ukraine’s border and China sends warplanes toward Taiwan. Congresswoman Michelle Steel (R-C.A.) joins to explain why she believes the U.S. must take strong actions to deter potential invasions of Ukraine and Taiwan, the issues posed by China hosting the Olympics, and how foreign actors like North Korea will watch the U.S. response to these moments closely.

President Biden enters his second year in office with low approval numbers and increasing questions over whether he should run for re-election in 2024. According to a recent FOX News survey, 60% of people don’t plan on voting for President Biden if he decides to run.  Mark Penn, former Clinton advisor and CEO of Stagwell Inc., joins The Rundown to discuss whether the re-emergence of former Democratic nominee, Sec. Hillary Clinton would help lead Democrats to victory in 2024.

Plus, commentary by National Security Expert, Dr. Rebecca Grant.