Red Flags in SVB’s Collapse, Security on the Seas, and More

March 17, 2023

SVB’s collapse exposes the Fed’s massive failure to see the bank’s warning signs

Last week’s collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) shocked U.S. financial sector watchers and the general public alike. Aaron Klein says there were at least four major red flags that should have triggered greater scrutiny from the bank’s main supervisor—the Federal Reserve.

The Virginia-class USS North Dakota submarine is seen during bravo sea trials

AUKUS defines an emerging alliance at sea

The recent joint announcement by Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States (AUKUS) is a significant moment for the future of the Indo-Pacific region. Brookings Foreign Policy experts assess the implications of AUKUS for the United States and its allies, China, and nuclear arms control.

Congressional chamber with members after a vote

Health care reform options for a divided Congress

High costs affect nearly all health care debates in the United States. Loren Adler and Benedic Ippolito highlight how the 118th Congress can reduce health care costs by increasing competition. The authors outline reforms to antitrust enforcement, the Medicare Advantage plan, the No Surprises Act, and more.