Kim Jong Un Secures Top Party Position Amid Escalating Nuclear Threats

In a move that underscores the growing threat to regional stability and American national security, North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has been reelected to the top post of the Workers’ Party, according to state media reports. This uncontested confirmation comes as Pyongyang doubles down on its nuclear ambitions, flaunting missile capabilities that directly jeopardize U.S. allies in Asia and even the American homeland. How Long Will Washington Tolerate an Emboldened Pyongyang? The recent party congress in North Korea revealed not only Kim’s political consolidation but also his intent to accelerate military goals, including integrating conventional forces with a more...