The past few years has seen a flurry of military-led coups in the greater Sahel region of Africa. A common factor has been the alleged  involvement of at least 15 officers who were, in part, trained by the United States.

It's led to demands from US lawmakers, including the controversial conservative congressman Matt Gaetz, for greater oversight of who America is training and equipping.

Guest:Aneliese Bernard is a former U.S. State Department official who was based in Niger and is the Founder and Director of Strategic Stabilization Advisors