Criticism grows over Blinken’s handling of Afghanistan exit


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Secretary of State Antony Blinken faced harsh criticism from House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) on December 11, regarding his oversight of the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan.

As Blinken prepares to conclude his tenure, McCaul delivered a scathing assessment of Blinken’s performance, particularly focusing on his role in managing the controversial pullout of American forces from Afghanistan.

The Texas congressman’s rebuke added to the mounting criticism that has followed Blinken throughout his final days in office, specifically concerning the decisions and actions taken during the Afghan withdrawal operation.

McCaul’s pointed critique represents the latest in a series of challenges to Blinken’s legacy as Secretary of State, with the Afghanistan withdrawal remaining a significant point of contention in discussions about his leadership.