Emerging Players in Africa, the Senate Impeachment Trial, and More

January 16, 2020

Africa is attracting attention and resources from countries around the world that are looking to capitalize on the continent’s development. Yun Sun explains why this trend is likely to continue and highlights recent activities from key players, including China, India, and Russia.

Yesterday, the House sent the articles of impeachment against President Trump to the Senate. Benjamin Wittes sat down with Margaret Taylor, Molly Reynolds, David Priess, and Jonathan Shaub for a new episode of the Lawfare podcast to imagine what a potential Senate trial will look like—from the ceremonial aspects of the trial to specifics about witnesses and the president’s defense.

After years of political gridlock, the United Kingdom will almost certainly leave the European Union and begin negotiations on their future relationship at the end of January. Amanda Sloat explains some issues that still need to be resolved, including what may happen with Northern Ireland.

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