Afghanistan Withdrawal: Trump’s Legacy, Biden’s Burden, and Harris’ Resolve

Lieutenant General John A. Bradley, USAF (Ret)

Lieutenant General John A. Bradley, USAF (Ret) | National Security Journal

The U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan marked the end of America’s longest war, and a large amount of criticism over its chaotic and tragic execution. No doubt, President Joe Biden is partially responsible for criticism for the execution of this withdrawal, but, despite what pundits might tell you this election season, so is former President Donald Trump. A withdrawal like this doesn’t happen spontaneously, and Trump laid the foundation for its greatest failings.