U.S. strikes ISIS in Nigeria. And, holiday shopping was higher than expected
This story raises questions about governance, accountability, and American values.
The U.S. has launched a "deadly strike" against Islamic State fighters in northwest Nigeria, according to Trump. And, holiday spending was higher than expected this year.
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The mainstream framing treats a U.S. strike on ISIS in Nigeria like a quick foreign-policy headline, then pivots to holiday spending as if the two belong on the same ticker. That tidy packaging misses what matters: Americans deserve clarity on why we are acting, what “success” means, and how long the commitment lasts.
Targeting terrorists is legitimate, but national security is not measured in press releases. If ISIS is regrouping in West Africa, the question is whether limited strikes actually disrupt networks or quietly drift into an open-ended mission. Congressional oversight and transparent objectives are not obstacles. They are how a serious country keeps faith with its citizens.
As for strong shopping numbers, it is fine to note them, but it is not the whole story. Public trust depends on households feeling secure, not just spending. Rule of law and disciplined foreign policy are the test, not a good weekend at the mall.
Commentary written with AI assistance by the New Republican Times Editorial Board.