When President Trump took office in 2017, the war in Afghanistan was 16 years old. In failing to finish the war in Afghanistan, Trump has broken a major campaign promise, one he touted throughout his presidency as evidence of his distinction from the Washington establishment. Trump also deserves credit for his reduction — limited though it is — of the U.S. ground presence. Starting in January, Biden can improve on Trump’s record. AdvertisementBiden should not follow the Trump plan when it comes to shifting resources to an expanded air war as the U.S. ground presence shrinks.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 29, 2020 11:03 UTC