Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service obtained by Secrecy News include the following (all pdf).
“Terrorism, Miranda, and Related Matters,” May 24, 2010.
“Defense: FY2011 Authorization and Appropriations,” May 25, 2010.
“Quadrennial Defense Review 2010: Overview and Implications for National Security Planning,” May 17, 2010.
“North Korea: U.S. Relations, Nuclear Diplomacy, and Internal Situation,” May 26, 2010.
“Ballistic Missile Defense and Offensive Arms Reductions: A Review of the Historical Record,” May 25, 2010.
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