Intelligence and Border Security, and More from CRS
Noteworthy new products from the Congressional Research Service include the following (all pdf).
“Securing America’s Borders: The Role of the Intelligence Community,” December 7, 2010.
“Hamas: Background and Issues for Congress,” December 2, 2010.
“U.S.-Australia Civilian Nuclear Cooperation: Issues for Congress,” December 1, 2010.
“Intelligence Estimates: How Useful to Congress?,” November 24, 2010.
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