The Changing Course

Steve Clemons has an excellent post up about how senior Republican Senators are doing some real heavy-duty Presidential arm-twisting.

October 20, 2006 Major Change Coming in Administration Middle East Policy

After November 7th, when it is appearing more and more likely that the Dems will take the House of Representatives, George W. Bush loses one of his (until now) free hands to do what he pleases. The House will be sure to slow, redirect, and condition funding for the Iraq War and other missions in the Middle East. The House is also likely to begin using its power to call hearings, conduct investigations, and subpoena appearances [...]

Tags: Middle East Policy, John Warner, James Baker, Iraq War