Blackwater Founder Pushes Privatization of US War in Afghanistan
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Channel: Voice of America · 2017 · News & Politics
As the White House reviews its policy in Afghanistan, President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a proposal to privatize a large portion of the U.S. war there. The plan is being pushed by Erik Prince, who founded of the controversial Blackwater private military company. As VOA's Bill Gallo reports, although the plan has been criticized in Kabul and Washington, Prince is optimistic about getting enough support to move forward. Originally published at - https://www.voanews.com/a/blackwater-founder-pushes-privatization-of-us-war-in-afghanistan/3982777.html
