Military spending makes up approximately 20 percent of the federal budget. Where does all that money go to? Larry Korb, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, explains.
Can we win the war in Afghanistan? And what does 'win' mean in the current conflict?
General Stanley McChrystal said the U.S. mission in Afghanistan needs additional troops, and President Obama hit the talk show circuit expressing concern about sending more troops. How are these mixed messages playing out for those about to be deployed?
Robert McNamara, Secretary of Defense during the Vietnam War, died early Monday morning. Joining The Takeaway to discuss the man and his legacy is Larry Korb, a former Assistant Secretary of Defense, who has known McNamara for over two decades.
Five years ago, then-General Eric Shinseki clashed with the Bush administration on Iraq war policy. Fast forward to today, where he's expected to have a smooth Senate confirmation hearing in his bid to lead the Veterans Affairs Department under Obama.