John Spencer

John Spencer is the chair of war studies at the Madison Policy Forum.

Iran Bombing 2026

Opinion

March 31, 2026

Destroy the regime’s power without occupying Iran: A smarter war plan

The U.S.-Iran war has been underway for a month, but analysis suggests the U.S. has many unused options beyond a ground invasion, from striking Kharg Island to cyber operations.

Targeting shot of a Venezuelan drug boat and Donald Trump

Opinion

October 26, 2025

Why Trump's use of force against the cartels is justified

Military strikes against drug cartels receive legal and moral justification as transnational criminal organizations wage war on America for profit through terror.