Joe Cirincione
@joecirin.bsky.social
I've been working on national security in Washington for over 40 years. Government, think tanks and philanthropy. Now retired, I still write, lecture and do media interviews. And I'm still learning. On Substack at: joecirincione.substack.com
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Joe Cirincione
@joecirin.bsky.social
· Nov 19
Joseph Cirincione - Foreign Policy for America
www.fp4america.org
After 13 years and more than 53K followers, I am moving from the wreck of Twitter over to BlueSky. I feel better already.
Nice to begin anew. I do nuclear policy and national security. Here’s a bit about me from one of the great groups I work with in DC. #NukeSky www.fp4america.org/joseph-cirin...
Nice to begin anew. I do nuclear policy and national security. Here’s a bit about me from one of the great groups I work with in DC. #NukeSky www.fp4america.org/joseph-cirin...
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I'm pretty sure most of you were upset about Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, in the "Golden" Oval Office. The man Donald Trump's own CIA determined ordered the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.
@joecirin.bsky.social was, too.
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@joecirin.bsky.social was, too.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
I'm pretty sure most of you were upset about Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, in the "Golden" Oval Office. The man Donald Trump's own CIA determined ordered the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.
@joecirin.bsky.social was, too.
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@joecirin.bsky.social was, too.
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With so much going on with Donald Trump's domestic disasters, it's hard to keep track of Trump's foreign disasters. But today we tackle Ukraine, Venezuela, Gaza and Saudi Arabia.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
With so much going on with Donald Trump's domestic disasters, it's hard to keep track of Trump's foreign disasters. But today we tackle Ukraine, Venezuela, Gaza and Saudi Arabia.
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When you are drawing up war plans and starting to implement them, it can be hard to stop the march to war. There's historical precedent for this. @joecirin.bsky.social with the history and the flashing red lights today.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM
When you are drawing up war plans and starting to implement them, it can be hard to stop the march to war. There's historical precedent for this. @joecirin.bsky.social with the history and the flashing red lights today.
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The Washington consensus is that Trump will attack soon. Military forces are surging into the region. But will Trump really launch an unnecessary, unpopular new war when his popularity is at an all-time low and his party splintering? My analysis:
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Will Trump Attack Venezuela?
Trump may launch an unnecessary war to distract from his domestic woes. Or not.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The Washington consensus is that Trump will attack soon. Military forces are surging into the region. But will Trump really launch an unnecessary, unpopular new war when his popularity is at an all-time low and his party splintering? My analysis:
open.substack.com/pub/joecirin...
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What happens in the Caribbean stays in the Caribbean? Not so fast. If Donald Trump can get the military to follow his illegal orders there, his next step could be in US cities. @joecirin.bsky.social makes the connection.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
What happens in the Caribbean stays in the Caribbean? Not so fast. If Donald Trump can get the military to follow his illegal orders there, his next step could be in US cities. @joecirin.bsky.social makes the connection.
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While the chaotic U.S. diplomatic effort continues in Ukraine, don't sleep on the murders in the Caribbean.
National Security Analyst @joecirin.bsky.social weighs in.
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National Security Analyst @joecirin.bsky.social weighs in.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:43 PM
While the chaotic U.S. diplomatic effort continues in Ukraine, don't sleep on the murders in the Caribbean.
National Security Analyst @joecirin.bsky.social weighs in.
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National Security Analyst @joecirin.bsky.social weighs in.
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I am a big proponent of Grandparent Power.
Page One in Cincinnati:
“.. I need to be able to look my grandkids in the eye and say I did not remain silent.”
#ICE
“.. I need to be able to look my grandkids in the eye and say I did not remain silent.”
#ICE
November 25, 2025 at 1:14 PM
I am a big proponent of Grandparent Power.
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A cure for news whiplash with Jason Dick, Editor-in-chief, CQ-Roll Call, @ktullymcmanus.bsky.social, Congressional Reporter @politico.com, @ledyardking.bsky.social, Editor, @nationaljournal.com Daily and @bennettjohnt.bsky.social, WH for CQ-Roll Call.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:29 PM
A cure for news whiplash with Jason Dick, Editor-in-chief, CQ-Roll Call, @ktullymcmanus.bsky.social, Congressional Reporter @politico.com, @ledyardking.bsky.social, Editor, @nationaljournal.com Daily and @bennettjohnt.bsky.social, WH for CQ-Roll Call.
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Now he’s gone too far.
November 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Now he’s gone too far.
A UK far-right leader is now in jail for taking money from Russia to “advanced narratives advantageous to Russian interests concerning Ukraine.”
We can only hope the same will someday be true for US far-right leaders, whether it’s bribes or blackmail. www.theguardian.com/politics/202... be
We can only hope the same will someday be true for US far-right leaders, whether it’s bribes or blackmail. www.theguardian.com/politics/202... be
Reform UK’s former Wales leader jailed for taking bribes for pro-Russia speeches
Police say Nathan Gill received at least £30,000 while he was an MEP from Oleg Voloshyn, an alleged Russian asset
www.theguardian.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:35 PM
A UK far-right leader is now in jail for taking money from Russia to “advanced narratives advantageous to Russian interests concerning Ukraine.”
We can only hope the same will someday be true for US far-right leaders, whether it’s bribes or blackmail. www.theguardian.com/politics/202... be
We can only hope the same will someday be true for US far-right leaders, whether it’s bribes or blackmail. www.theguardian.com/politics/202... be
No money for health care but unlimited checks for this nuclear lunacy.
The Trump administration will give Constellation Energy a $1 billion federal loan to restart the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania that suffered a partial core meltdown in 1979. on.wsj.com/4padJTK
U.S. Backs $1 Billion Loan to Restart the Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant
Constellation Energy aims to bring mothballed plant back to life to power Microsoft AI agreement
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November 18, 2025 at 11:12 PM
No money for health care but unlimited checks for this nuclear lunacy.
Never before has the Situation Room been used to pressure a Member into protecting pedophiles.
November 14, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Never before has the Situation Room been used to pressure a Member into protecting pedophiles.
“The Democratic Party is big enough for a wide range of views—as long as all are willing to do whatever it takes to fight for the American people, the Constitution and to stand up to Trump,” says @djrothkopf.bsky.social. www.thedailybeast.com/why-these-vi...
Why These Vichy Dems and Their Spineless Boss Need to Go Now
We need courage and clarity from our leaders. Schumer and these eight in the Senate have shown they have failed that test. Time to turn the page.
www.thedailybeast.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:58 PM
“The Democratic Party is big enough for a wide range of views—as long as all are willing to do whatever it takes to fight for the American people, the Constitution and to stand up to Trump,” says @djrothkopf.bsky.social. www.thedailybeast.com/why-these-vi...
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Some scenes in @netflix's 'House of Dynamite' are on the money. As in, a lot of money spent on a missile defense system that doesn't protect the United States.
@joecirin.bsky.social on the terrifying scenario raised by the film:
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@joecirin.bsky.social on the terrifying scenario raised by the film:
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History As It Happens: Playing With Dynamite
to skip ads, get bonus content, and enjoy access to the entire catalog of 500 episodes. Keep the narrative flow going! The hit Netflix film "House of Dynamite" depicts a terrifying scenario. The Unite...
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November 11, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Some scenes in @netflix's 'House of Dynamite' are on the money. As in, a lot of money spent on a missile defense system that doesn't protect the United States.
@joecirin.bsky.social on the terrifying scenario raised by the film:
historyasithappens.libsyn.com/playing-with...
@joecirin.bsky.social on the terrifying scenario raised by the film:
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Yes, a nuclear war could start by accident. The important warning inside Netflix’s ‘House of Dynamite’ with @joecirin.bsky.social
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History As It Happens: Playing With Dynamite
to skip ads, get bonus content, and enjoy access to the entire catalog of 500 episodes. Keep the narrative flow going! The hit Netflix film "House of Dynamite" depicts a terrifying scenario. The Unite...
historyasithappens.libsyn.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Yes, a nuclear war could start by accident. The important warning inside Netflix’s ‘House of Dynamite’ with @joecirin.bsky.social
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Every Veterans Day, I think of my Dad. He flew in bombings raids over Occupied Europe in World War II. (He is “Vince” in the photo.) Injuries from a crash dramatically shortened his life. I will always miss him and always honor his service in the fight against fascism.
November 11, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Every Veterans Day, I think of my Dad. He flew in bombings raids over Occupied Europe in World War II. (He is “Vince” in the photo.) Injuries from a crash dramatically shortened his life. I will always miss him and always honor his service in the fight against fascism.
If you’ve seen “A House of Dynamite,” you might enjoy this discussion.
“In this episode, nuclear arms expert Joe Cirincione says the moral of the story is that an accidental nuclear war is indeed possible as the world witnesses a new arms race.“
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“In this episode, nuclear arms expert Joe Cirincione says the moral of the story is that an accidental nuclear war is indeed possible as the world witnesses a new arms race.“
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History As It Happens
– Playing With Dynamite
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November 11, 2025 at 12:05 PM
If you’ve seen “A House of Dynamite,” you might enjoy this discussion.
“In this episode, nuclear arms expert Joe Cirincione says the moral of the story is that an accidental nuclear war is indeed possible as the world witnesses a new arms race.“
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“In this episode, nuclear arms expert Joe Cirincione says the moral of the story is that an accidental nuclear war is indeed possible as the world witnesses a new arms race.“
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After yesterday’s surrender, we’re launching the largest Democratic primary program that we’ve ever run.
We will not back any Senate primary candidate unless they call for Schumer to step down as Minority Leader.
If you’re as pissed as we are, join this campaign to rebuild the Democratic Party. 👇
We will not back any Senate primary candidate unless they call for Schumer to step down as Minority Leader.
If you’re as pissed as we are, join this campaign to rebuild the Democratic Party. 👇
Democratic leaders have failed us again. It's time to get new leaders.
After yet another capitulation by Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats, it's clear we need new leadership capable of mounting a serious opposition to Trump's authoritarian regime. We're launching our la...
www.indivisible2026.org
November 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
After yesterday’s surrender, we’re launching the largest Democratic primary program that we’ve ever run.
We will not back any Senate primary candidate unless they call for Schumer to step down as Minority Leader.
If you’re as pissed as we are, join this campaign to rebuild the Democratic Party. 👇
We will not back any Senate primary candidate unless they call for Schumer to step down as Minority Leader.
If you’re as pissed as we are, join this campaign to rebuild the Democratic Party. 👇
This, from @ezralevin.bsky.social
“We do not know now and will never know for sure if Schumer orchestrated this (my suspicion) or if he simply lacked the leadership skills to prevent it (also possible). But…he and the rest of the leadership team failed to hold their own caucus together.”
“We do not know now and will never know for sure if Schumer orchestrated this (my suspicion) or if he simply lacked the leadership skills to prevent it (also possible). But…he and the rest of the leadership team failed to hold their own caucus together.”
But.it
November 11, 2025 at 12:06 AM
This, from @ezralevin.bsky.social
“We do not know now and will never know for sure if Schumer orchestrated this (my suspicion) or if he simply lacked the leadership skills to prevent it (also possible). But…he and the rest of the leadership team failed to hold their own caucus together.”
“We do not know now and will never know for sure if Schumer orchestrated this (my suspicion) or if he simply lacked the leadership skills to prevent it (also possible). But…he and the rest of the leadership team failed to hold their own caucus together.”
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Democrats Are So Angry, One Senator Faces Blowback From Her Daughter ... good for the daughter! too bad she's not the senator
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
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Democrats Are So Angry, One Senator Faces Blowback From Her Daughter
www.nytimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Democrats Are So Angry, One Senator Faces Blowback From Her Daughter ... good for the daughter! too bad she's not the senator
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
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Listening to the Senators today - now called Vichy Dems and quislings - I urge reporters to ask them 3 questions:
If your vote was so wise, why were there only 8 of you?
Who told you to negotiate w/ GOP and did Schumer approve?
Do you agree with King that standing up to Trump doesn’t work?
If your vote was so wise, why were there only 8 of you?
Who told you to negotiate w/ GOP and did Schumer approve?
Do you agree with King that standing up to Trump doesn’t work?
Listening to these 8 Dem Senators explain their vote convinces me that they are either idiots or liars. Either is plausible.
November 10, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Listening to the Senators today - now called Vichy Dems and quislings - I urge reporters to ask them 3 questions:
If your vote was so wise, why were there only 8 of you?
Who told you to negotiate w/ GOP and did Schumer approve?
Do you agree with King that standing up to Trump doesn’t work?
If your vote was so wise, why were there only 8 of you?
Who told you to negotiate w/ GOP and did Schumer approve?
Do you agree with King that standing up to Trump doesn’t work?
Listening to these 8 Dem Senators explain their vote convinces me that they are either idiots or liars. Either is plausible.
November 10, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Listening to these 8 Dem Senators explain their vote convinces me that they are either idiots or liars. Either is plausible.
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This is really good to see: Miki Sherrill just put out a statement sharply criticizing the Senate Dems' pending cave in the government shutdown, ripping it as "malpractice" and a betrayal of the people who are "counting on us to fight for them." Sherrill knows what drove her victory. Wake up, Dems.
November 10, 2025 at 1:38 AM
This is really good to see: Miki Sherrill just put out a statement sharply criticizing the Senate Dems' pending cave in the government shutdown, ripping it as "malpractice" and a betrayal of the people who are "counting on us to fight for them." Sherrill knows what drove her victory. Wake up, Dems.
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In March, after Schumer last surrendered, we called an emergency meeting of Indivisible leaders. 92% told us to call on him to step down from leadership (which we did).
In a poll over this weekend, 98.67% said we should keep up the fight.
Rank & file Dems are going to be PISSED!
In a poll over this weekend, 98.67% said we should keep up the fight.
Rank & file Dems are going to be PISSED!
Either way, so many Dems... the bulk of the Senate caucus, House leadership, governors, etc.,... all quickly throwing down the gauntlet with such open unrestrained attacks on any Dems who cave is new. It wasn't like that in March, not nearly as loud and widespread and immediate, much more base-only.
November 10, 2025 at 1:27 AM
In March, after Schumer last surrendered, we called an emergency meeting of Indivisible leaders. 92% told us to call on him to step down from leadership (which we did).
In a poll over this weekend, 98.67% said we should keep up the fight.
Rank & file Dems are going to be PISSED!
In a poll over this weekend, 98.67% said we should keep up the fight.
Rank & file Dems are going to be PISSED!
Another horrendous Bezos editorial in the once-great @washingtonpost.com. Read its lies and slanders, then read the comments. Over 6K and most furious at this libertarian, billionaire BS. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
Opinion | Zohran Mamdani drops the mask
The mayor-elect divides New Yorkers into two groups: the oppressed and their oppressors.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 9, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Another horrendous Bezos editorial in the once-great @washingtonpost.com. Read its lies and slanders, then read the comments. Over 6K and most furious at this libertarian, billionaire BS. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...