Defense One
U.S. Air Strikes Continue in Iraq
President Obama says the crisis in Iraq will ‘take some time’ to solve, as the military conducts nearly a dozen targeted military strikes against ISIL. By Stephanie Gaskell
Defense
Why the Pentagon Announced the U.S. Airstrike in Iraq in a Tweet
These days, the Obama administration is trying to make its own national security announcements before everyone else does.
Oversight
Congress Divided Over Iraq Strikes
Some on the Hill support the move, others say Obama needs a more comprehensive strategy.
Management
Homeland Security Staff in Border Facilities Getting Sick on the Job
Some employees have contracted scabies, lice and chicken pox at Texas detention centers for children fleeing Central America.
Defense One
Pentagon Says More Strikes Are Possible in Iraq
The Pentagon is prepared for more strikes against ISIL, possibly in Baghdad where the U.S. has many assets. By Stephanie Gaskell
Defense
Obama to Iraq: 'America Is Coming to Help'
President Obama addressed the nation on a U.S. humanitarian operation conducted Thursday.
Defense One
Summit Showcases Africa’s Progress and Pitfalls
The U.S.-Africa summit showed that as quickly as Africa’s economies are growing, so too is the terrorist threat. How the continent responds will secure its future. By Molly O’Toole
Defense One
10 Ways to Make the Internet Safe from Cyber Attacks
The guy who invests in startups for the CIA lays out how to avert a massive cyber attack. By Patrick Tucker
Defense
Why Won't Tommy Franks Talk About the Turmoil in Iraq?
Retired general says he is "not interested in self-aggrandizement."
Defense One
With Shrinking Budgets, Pentagon Should Rely More on Guard, Reserve Troops
The Pentagon must think more creatively about how to structure and when to use reserve forces. By Ret. Lt. Gen. David Barno
Defense
Bowe Bergdahl Questioned By Army Investigator Today
Sergeant will answer questions about the circumstances of his capture.
Defense One
The Gulf of Tonkin and Lessons for the Global War on Terror
The 50th anniversary of the Gulf of Tonkin incident should give pause to those advocating for aggressive, immediate action to meet today’s challenges. By Lawrence J. Korb
Pay & Benefits
Defense Could Save Millions in Health Care Costs If Congress Would Let It
An outdated—and expensive—Defense health care program duplicates benefits offered elsewhere, but Congress has to change the law to get rid of it.
Defense One
Is Rob Portman the GOP's National Security Dark Horse?
The longtime lawmaker from Ohio has two words for President Obama’s foreign policy record and 2016 candidates: experience counts. By Molly O’Toole
Defense One
Here's the App That's Hunting Down Terrorist Bomb-Makers
A secure photo and data-sharing platform brings Scotland Yard to your phone. By Patrick Tucker
Management
The Administration Is Shifting $405M to Deal With the Border Crisis. Is It Enough?
Money will be taken from other priorities including disaster relief, coast guard maintenance and TSA.
Oversight
Feinstein Rips Obama on Redacted Torture Report
"I will not rush this process,” the California Democrat said.
Nextgov
It's Official: There Is a New Edward Snowden
The U.S. government has confirmed that there is another leaker of surveillance secrets, according to CNN.
Nextgov
The No-Fly List Has Grown Tenfold Since Obama Took Office
Newly disclosed classified documents reveal an enormous growth in terrorist watch lists during the Obama administration.
Management