Michael Poznansky

Sep 26, 2024 | warontherocks.com | Michael Poznansky

In 2016, Michael Poznansky wrote “The Ordinary and Unique Russia’s Electoral Information Warfare Game,” where he argued that while Russia has consistently interfered in elections globally, the unique circumstances of the Donald Trump–Hillary Clinton election created a singular opportunity for the Russian government to interfere in a U.S. presidential election. In the wake of years of continued interference attempts, we invited Michael back to reflect on his article. Read more below.

Jan 6, 2024 | independent.ng | Michael Poznansky |Ottih Chinedu

U.S. Support For Ukraine Diverts Weapons From Taiwan but Demonstrates Resolve to ChinaOne of the chief justifica­tions for sending military aid to Ukraine turns on deterrence. Proponents of Western support contend that it is essential for showcasing resolve. The United States and its allies, the argument runs, need to demonstrate to the world, and especially to Chinese President Xi Jinping, that they are willing to put muscle and resources behind efforts to combat unchecked aggression.

Jan 5, 2024 | foreignaffairs.com | Michael Poznansky |James Lindsay

One of the chief justifications for sending military aid to Ukraine turns on deterrence. Proponents of Western support contend that it is essential for showcasing resolve. The United States and its allies, the argument runs, need to demonstrate to the world, and especially to Chinese President Xi Jinping, that they are willing to put muscle and resources behind efforts to combat unchecked aggression.

Aug 23, 2023 | warontherocks.com | Chris Demchak |Michael Poznansky |Sam J. Tangredi

Frustrated by reports of the U.S. Navy’s underperformance in cyber operations, Congress has made an unusual request. The Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act instructs the secretary of defense to report to Congress by 2024 on whether the Navy should continue contributing forces to U.S. Cyber Command. This request raises the unprecedented possibility that an armed service would not contribute forces to a joint combatant command.

May 2, 2023 | warontherocks.com | Erica Lonergan |Michael Poznansky

The U.S. intelligence community’s 2023 Annual Threat Assessment contains some alarming estimates, especially as it relates to the cyber capabilities of the People’s Republic of China.