Pay & Benefits
Democrats Set Trap for Republicans on Veterans Benefits
Both parties are racing to reverse $6 billion in military retirements cuts, but first they plan to trade plenty of partisan blows.
Defense
What We Know About the Reported Plane Hijacking During the Sochi Opening Ceremony
Plane, diverted to Istanbul, originated in Ukraine; Turkish forces reportedly have subdued hijacker.
Defense
State Department Official Caught on Tape Saying "F-ck the EU"
Victoria Nuland dropped the F-bomb in a phone conversation with the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine about a deal to end the political unrest in that country.
Defense One
DARPA Thinks the Future of Surveillance Looks Like Siri
In a live webcast with Defense One, DARPA’s innovation leader says we don't have to make a choice between privacy and security. By Patrick Tucker
Defense
Taliban Take Military Dog Hostage
A spokesperson for the group claimed the animal "was of high significance" to U.S. forces.
Nextgov
Army Needs More Uniformed Personnel to Maintain Tactical Network Gear
The service is becoming too dependent on civilian techs.
Nextgov
Why ICE Scrapped a Homemade Software Upgrade for Its Terrorist Watchlist
Agency says an off-the-shelf solution will save money in the long run.
Nextgov
Failures Beset Navy’s New Aircraft Carrier and Patrol Planes
Software problems render attack sub sonar ineffective.
Defense One
Hagel Says Ethical Scandals Are a ‘Growing Problem’ in the Military
The defense secretary is worried that the recent spate of ethical scandals in the military is just the tip of the iceberg. By Stephanie Gaskell
Nextgov
75 Percent of Pentagon Contractors Adjusted Security After Snowden Leaks
Companies are on high alert for deviant network behavior.
Defense
The U.S. Is Curbing Drones Strikes in Pakistan
The United States has not performed a drone strike in the country since last year.
Defense One
Think Tanks' Dream Defense Budgets Defeat China, But Not Politics
In a gaming exercise, Washington’s premier think tanks don’t even try to thwart the biggest threat of all: political gridlock. By Kevin Baron
Defense One
Bob Work Expected To Be Named Deputy SecDef
The worst-kept secret in the E-Ring is finally being confirmed, as President Obama is set to nominate former Navy Undersecretary Robert Work to the Pentagon’s No. 2 post. By Kevin Baron
Defense One
U.S. Reportedly Curbs Drone Strikes in Pakistan
The Obama administration has reportedly curtailed drone strikes in Pakistan to let peace talks with the Pakistani Taliban continue. By Stephanie Gaskell
Nextgov
Just a Bunch of Autonomous Convoys Driving Around an Army Base
A glimpse at the military's future: Fewer soldiers, more autonomous vehicles.
Defense One
Cheating Scandal Spreads to the Navy’s Nuclear Fleet
Thirty sailors responsible the Navy’s nuclear reactor training have been suspended for allegedly cheating on exams. By Stephanie Gaskell
Nextgov
Army, Air Force Tap Goodwill Industries to Scan and Send Records to VA
Faster transfer of treatment records will help VA speed up claims processing.
Oversight
Army Guard Recruiting Fraud Tied to Weak Oversight
Sen. McCaskill says at hearing she wants “criminal” officers denied pensions.
Defense One