AP: White House Knew About Alleged Russian Bounties In 2019

The transcript discusses allegations of bounties offered by the Taliban to kill US and coalition forces, first reported by the New York Times. It outlines the timeline of briefings to President Trump, with conflicting reports on when he was informed. The intelligence community lacks consensus on the allegations, with some dissenting opinions. The Pentagon states it has no corroborating evidence but emphasizes the importance of force safety.

What was the stance of the intelligence community on the allegations of bounties?

What measures does the defense department plan to adopt in response to potential threats?