“Michael Hayden” on The Daily Caller

As the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks approaches, terrorism experts say that while America is safer, the threat from Islamist terrorism remains potent. (more)

It’s Valentine’s Day, and Washington just witnessed (now-former) Rep. Chris Lee fumble with shirtless photos and Craigslist in attempt to find true love. Or something. Perhaps Capitol Hill could use a few reminders of what romance really is. So we called around to find out: What is your idea of a romantic evening? Read and learn, ladies and gentleman. And have a happy Valentine’s Day. (more)

Christmas is just around the corner, and in honor of the occasion The Daily Caller’s offices have turned into a “Winter Wonderland,” complete with a tree and lights. We’re making our lists and checking them twice because even if Santa Claus decides we’ve been too naughty, hopefully mommy and daddy will come to the rescue. (Office coordinator Laura Baños wants a “Le Creuset Demi teakettle in Caribbean or royal blue;” relevant persons take note). But in the immortal words of Mariah Carey, “all [TheDC] wants for Christmas is you,” which, at the end of the day, makes for a kind of short list. So to fill it out, we decided to call around town and find out what’s on some other people’s Christmas wish lists. We trust you’ll find the answers as amusing as we do. (more)

For weeks now I have been writing articles about those who selflessly volunteer to serve this great nation. While people have the right to oppose war, we should vehemently oppose those like the members of the Westboro Baptist Church who protest at the funerals of our fallen soldiers. Instead, “We the People” should unite to ensure that our fallen heroes’ families are taken care of. (more)

A former CIA director says military action against Iran now seems more likely because no matter what the U.S. does diplomatically, Tehran keeps pushing ahead with its suspected nuclear program. (more)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Publicly, the U.S. credits Pakistan with helping kill and capture many al-Qaida and Taliban leaders. Privately, the relationship is often marked by mistrust and double-dealing as Pakistan runs double agents against the CIA and the agency tries to penetrate Pakistan’s closely guarded nuclear program. (more)

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon’s top intelligence official emerged as the leading choice Friday for what’s fast becoming known as one of the most thankless jobs in Washington — director of national intelligence. The position has a great title, but the office has just claimed its third victim. (more)