Alex Plitsas
@alexplitsas.bsky.social
Techie, #SOAAorg Board, #AtlanticCouncil Counterterrorism | Fmr: Bridgewater Associates, Pentagon, IC, #NorthropGrumman | Iraq & Afghan | American U & Hopkins
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Alex Plitsas
@alexplitsas.bsky.social
· Dec 3
For the inbox folks who asked
PSYOP but not a Green Beret
Combat veteran but nothing valorous
Worked intel programs but not James Bond
Iraq X 2 (uniform & civilian)
Afghanistan X 1 (DoD civilian)
Just an average guy with cool photos
PSYOP but not a Green Beret
Combat veteran but nothing valorous
Worked intel programs but not James Bond
Iraq X 2 (uniform & civilian)
Afghanistan X 1 (DoD civilian)
Just an average guy with cool photos
With a swift offensive against a Kurdish-led militia last weekend, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa proved himself once again to be a bold military tactician and a gambler willing to risk his relationship with the U.S. to achieve his aims. W #jmalsin
Syrian President Called the U.S.’s Bluff—and It Paid Off
His unexpected offensive in northeast Syria claimed huge territory for Damascus and fractured a U.S.-backed militia.
www.wsj.com
January 25, 2026 at 7:21 AM
With a swift offensive against a Kurdish-led militia last weekend, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa proved himself once again to be a bold military tactician and a gambler willing to risk his relationship with the U.S. to achieve his aims. W #jmalsin
NBC News: Police chiefs association urges White House to de-escalate tensions between local and federal law enforcement.
A big call from IACP tonight:
A big call from IACP tonight:
Live updates: Federal agent shoots and kills man in Minneapolis, officials say
Officials confirmed that a federal agent shot a person in south Minneapolis, prompting a heavy law-enforcement response, street closures and sharp condemnation from Gov. Tim Walz.
www.nbcnews.com
January 25, 2026 at 7:12 AM
NBC News: Police chiefs association urges White House to de-escalate tensions between local and federal law enforcement.
A big call from IACP tonight:
A big call from IACP tonight:
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“Don’t be discouraged when you find that the process of self-discovery takes a long, long time,” she said. “Don’t even be surprised if at 50 you are still wondering what you are going to be when you grow up.” 🗃️
RIP Barbara Aronstein Black
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
RIP Barbara Aronstein Black
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
Barbara Aronstein Black, a First as a Law School Dean, Dies at 92
www.nytimes.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:36 AM
“Don’t be discouraged when you find that the process of self-discovery takes a long, long time,” she said. “Don’t even be surprised if at 50 you are still wondering what you are going to be when you grow up.” 🗃️
RIP Barbara Aronstein Black
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
RIP Barbara Aronstein Black
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/u...
US Army Poorly Prepared for Arctic Operations: Finnish Troops Forced Them to Surrender During Exercises in Norway
US Army Poorly Prepared for Arctic Operations: Finnish Troops Forced Them to Surrender During Exercises in Norway - Militarnyi
Despite Trump's statements about his intentions to “protect” Greenland, the US Army has limited capabilities for operations in the Arctic.
militarnyi.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:54 AM
US Army Poorly Prepared for Arctic Operations: Finnish Troops Forced Them to Surrender During Exercises in Norway
US Invites Dozens of Military Chiefs to Americas Defense Summit
US Invites Dozens of Military Chiefs to Americas Defense Summit
General Dan Caine, the chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, will lead a summit of fellow military leaders to coordinate the campaign against narcotics traffickers and other criminal organizations...
www.bloomberg.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:53 AM
US Invites Dozens of Military Chiefs to Americas Defense Summit
US military says 2 killed in eastern Pacific boat strike, with 1 survivor
US military says 2 killed in eastern Pacific boat strike, with 1 survivor
The US military conducted a strike against another alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Friday, killing two people with one survivor, according to US Southern Command.
www.yahoo.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:53 AM
US military says 2 killed in eastern Pacific boat strike, with 1 survivor
Recruiter told students that enlisting can lead to Green Cards for parents
Recruiter told students that enlisting can lead to Green Cards for parents
The Parole in Place program is not available until after service members enlist, and it often requires a lawyer.
taskandpurpose.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:52 AM
Recruiter told students that enlisting can lead to Green Cards for parents
Despite Authoritarian Warnings, 149 House Democrats Vote to Hand Trump $840 Billion for Military
Despite Authoritarian Warnings, 149 House Democrats Vote to Hand Trump $840 Billion for Military | Common Dreams
"If an opposition party votes like this, it's not in opposition. It may not even be a party."
www.commondreams.org
January 24, 2026 at 3:51 AM
Despite Authoritarian Warnings, 149 House Democrats Vote to Hand Trump $840 Billion for Military
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7 Democrats funded this and leadership still hasn't come out and said abolish ICE.
www.kenklippenstein.com/p/ice-making...
www.kenklippenstein.com/p/ice-making...
ICE Making List of Anyone Who Films Them
“We have a nice little database and now you’re considered a domestic terrorist.”
www.kenklippenstein.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:39 AM
7 Democrats funded this and leadership still hasn't come out and said abolish ICE.
www.kenklippenstein.com/p/ice-making...
www.kenklippenstein.com/p/ice-making...
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Powerful conversation with Dr. Maria J. Stephan on @colbertlateshow.bsky.social about how ordinary people can push back against government overreach through disciplined, nonviolent action—and why what’s happening in Minnesota matters right now. www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7Mg...
How Blowing A Whistle Is An Act Of Nonviolent Resistance - Maria J. Stephan
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
www.youtube.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:46 AM
Powerful conversation with Dr. Maria J. Stephan on @colbertlateshow.bsky.social about how ordinary people can push back against government overreach through disciplined, nonviolent action—and why what’s happening in Minnesota matters right now. www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7Mg...
New Treasury sanctions targeting Iran's shadow fleet
January 24, 2026 at 2:52 AM
New Treasury sanctions targeting Iran's shadow fleet
Trump administration weighs naval blockade to halt Cuban oil imports
Trump administration weighs naval blockade to halt Cuban oil imports
“Energy is the chokehold to kill” the Cuban regime, said a person familiar with the discussions.
www.politico.com
January 24, 2026 at 2:50 AM
Trump administration weighs naval blockade to halt Cuban oil imports
While airlines are canceling flights, there does not appear to be sufficient fire power in the region for decisive strikes, which is what the president allegedly asked for. Sufficient for drone and missile defense for Israel and U.S. bases in the region.
January 24, 2026 at 2:49 AM
While airlines are canceling flights, there does not appear to be sufficient fire power in the region for decisive strikes, which is what the president allegedly asked for. Sufficient for drone and missile defense for Israel and U.S. bases in the region.
Pentagon’s National Defense Strategy released tonight says Iran appears intent on reconstituting its conventional military forces and its leaders have left open possibility that they may try again to obtain a nuclear weapon
January 24, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Pentagon’s National Defense Strategy released tonight says Iran appears intent on reconstituting its conventional military forces and its leaders have left open possibility that they may try again to obtain a nuclear weapon
Humbled to have been inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame today. Thank you #GovNedLamont , #LGSusanB, #SenBlumenthal, #CTVetsAffairs, and Senator #tonyhwang
for nominating me.
for nominating me.
January 23, 2026 at 5:48 AM
Humbled to have been inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame today. Thank you #GovNedLamont , #LGSusanB, #SenBlumenthal, #CTVetsAffairs, and Senator #tonyhwang
for nominating me.
for nominating me.
House Republicans barely defeat Venezuela war powers resolution to check Trump’s military actions
House Republicans barely defeat Venezuela war powers resolution to check Trump’s military actions
The House rejected a Democratic-backed resolution Thursday that would have prevented President Donald Trump from sending U.S. military forces to Venezuela after a tied vote on the legislation fell jus...
www.yahoo.com
January 23, 2026 at 3:33 AM
House Republicans barely defeat Venezuela war powers resolution to check Trump’s military actions
Court rules TikTok Canada can continue to operate — for now
Court rules TikTok Canada can continue to operate — for now
Federal judge quashes government order that would have shuttered the company’s Canadian business offices.
www.politico.com
January 23, 2026 at 3:31 AM
Court rules TikTok Canada can continue to operate — for now
Corporate Polluters Running Rampant Under Trump as EPA Enforcement ‘Dying a Quick Death’
Corporate Polluters Running Rampant Under Trump as EPA Enforcement 'Dying a Quick Death' | Common Dreams
The Trump administration's blatant disregard for environmental protection is putting corporate profits above our health and the environment. With Lee Zeldin at the helm, enforcement of crucial polluti...
www.commondreams.org
January 23, 2026 at 3:28 AM
Corporate Polluters Running Rampant Under Trump as EPA Enforcement ‘Dying a Quick Death’
7 House Democrats Vote With GOP to Give ICE More Money Despite Deadly Invasions of US Cities
7 House Democrats Vote With GOP to Give ICE More Money Despite Deadly Invasions of US Cities | Common Dreams
Seven Democrats in the House sided with Republicans to pass a DHS funding bill, despite calls to rein in Trump's deadly immigration operations.
www.commondreams.org
January 23, 2026 at 3:27 AM
7 House Democrats Vote With GOP to Give ICE More Money Despite Deadly Invasions of US Cities
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As a big winter storm comes for the US, some may blame outages on renewable energy.
This is a pattern.
In Feb 2021 when an outage hit Texas critics blamed solar + wind.
Investigations found the outage's cause was gas + coal plants forced offline because of freezing temperatures.
(more here⬇️)
This is a pattern.
In Feb 2021 when an outage hit Texas critics blamed solar + wind.
Investigations found the outage's cause was gas + coal plants forced offline because of freezing temperatures.
(more here⬇️)
After Spain's blackout, critics blamed renewable energy. It's part of a bigger attack
When millions lost power in Spain and Portugal this spring, some were quick to blame too much solar and wind power. That wasn't the cause, but the misinformation had an impact.
www.npr.org
January 23, 2026 at 1:03 AM
As a big winter storm comes for the US, some may blame outages on renewable energy.
This is a pattern.
In Feb 2021 when an outage hit Texas critics blamed solar + wind.
Investigations found the outage's cause was gas + coal plants forced offline because of freezing temperatures.
(more here⬇️)
This is a pattern.
In Feb 2021 when an outage hit Texas critics blamed solar + wind.
Investigations found the outage's cause was gas + coal plants forced offline because of freezing temperatures.
(more here⬇️)
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Today, House Republicans held a vote open for nearly a half hour—flying a Member in from Texas—to tie a vote which would have simply stopped Trump from engaging in further unauthorized & illegal hostilities in Venezuela without Congressional approval.
My full statement ⬇️
My full statement ⬇️
Press Releases | Congressman Jim McGovern
mcgovern.house.gov
January 23, 2026 at 2:46 AM
Today, House Republicans held a vote open for nearly a half hour—flying a Member in from Texas—to tie a vote which would have simply stopped Trump from engaging in further unauthorized & illegal hostilities in Venezuela without Congressional approval.
My full statement ⬇️
My full statement ⬇️
Wow, if true, ISIS would love that.
A small footprint of Americans working with locals is an insurance policy against the reemergence of ISIS and an attack on our homeland.
A small footprint of Americans working with locals is an insurance policy against the reemergence of ISIS and an attack on our homeland.
Exclusive | U.S. Weighs Complete Military Withdrawal From Syria
The near collapse of the U.S.’s Kurdish allies has prompted the Pentagon to question the benefits of stationing troops in Syria.
www.wsj.com
January 23, 2026 at 3:26 AM
Wow, if true, ISIS would love that.
A small footprint of Americans working with locals is an insurance policy against the reemergence of ISIS and an attack on our homeland.
A small footprint of Americans working with locals is an insurance policy against the reemergence of ISIS and an attack on our homeland.
Returned home from Iraq tour number two 15 years ago today. Special programs office US Forces-Iraq (USF-I) headquarters, al Faw Palace Baghdad.
January 21, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Returned home from Iraq tour number two 15 years ago today. Special programs office US Forces-Iraq (USF-I) headquarters, al Faw Palace Baghdad.
BREAKING:
US Virtual Embassy in Tehran: "US citizens should leave Iran now."
US Virtual Embassy in Tehran: "US citizens should leave Iran now."
January 13, 2026 at 12:54 AM
BREAKING:
US Virtual Embassy in Tehran: "US citizens should leave Iran now."
US Virtual Embassy in Tehran: "US citizens should leave Iran now."
The chief of staff in the Israeli prime minister’s office has been detained for questioning over his alleged attempt to obstruct an investigation into the leak of classified intelligence to a German tabloid.
Tzachi Braverman questioned by Lahav 433 on Bild case | The Jerusalem Post
Tzachi Braverman, who was approved as an ambassadorial candidate to the UK, was detained by police for questioning on suspicion of obstruction of justice.
jpost.com
January 11, 2026 at 1:56 PM
The chief of staff in the Israeli prime minister’s office has been detained for questioning over his alleged attempt to obstruct an investigation into the leak of classified intelligence to a German tabloid.