Defense One
Why Taking Sexual Assault Cases Out of the Chain of Command Protects Our Troops
The Military Justice Improvement Act will help victims of sexual assault get a fair chance at justice. By Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Management
National Security Whistleblowers Could Win New Protections
Senate Intelligence panel approves additional channels for disclosures.
Defense One
Policy Chief Miller Resigns, Latest Senior DOD Official to Depart
Under Secretary Jim Miller’s resignation, effective the end of January is no surprise but the timing adds to an exodus of talent leaving Chuck Hagel. By Kevin Baron
Defense One
Sequestration Cuts Deeper Into ‘Full-Spectrum’ Training for Troops
The military says budget cuts are forcing cuts to full-spectrum training and leaving troops unprepared for a crisis that requires more than just military might. By Stephanie Gaskell
Nextgov
Snowden Convinced Colleagues to Give Him Their Passwords
About two dozen employees willingly handed over their login credentials.
Nextgov
Cisco, Vets Push IT Careers for Transitioning Military Personnel
'The time is now for the private and public sector to establish these long-term programs.'
Defense One
Five Takeaways from a Decade of War
After Secretary Hagel’s CSIS speech, Generals Cartwright, Chiarelli and Fogleman reveal key lessons of Iraq and Afghanistan the Pentagon should heed for the future. By James Kitfield
Defense One
Boring! Brass Worried Less War and Training Lulling Force
Joint Chiefs tell Congress the troops are getting bored as Afghanistan ends and sequester keeps them idle. By Stephanie Gaskell
Defense
The Military's Sexual Assault Problem Gets Bigger
Increased numbers are probably due in part to women feeling more comfortable reporting problems.
Defense One
79 NatSec Officials Praise Obama for Iran Diplomacy
Former ambassadors lauded Obama’s administration for seeking talks with Tehran nuclear program. By Kedar Pavgi
Defense One
Pentagon's Kendall: Budget Climate 'Worst I’ve Seen' for Planning
The DOD's top weapons buyer says that uncertainty is threatening the workforce 'and their ability to do their jobs.' By Charles S. Clark
Nextgov
HealthCare.gov’s Silver Lining: Everyone Cares About IT Procurement Now
The website’s troubles have pushed IT reform onto the national stage.
Nextgov
Senator Pushes for Protection From Drones' Prying Eyes
Feds would need a warrant for drone surveillance under Sen. Markey's bill.
Defense
Senator Anticipates Filibuster Threat Over Military Sexual Assault Amendment
Pentagon and Armed Services Committee leaders adamantly oppose the reform.
Defense
Should TSA Officers Have Guns?
Union supports arming some officers, but most lawmakers think it’s a bad idea.
Defense One
Five Ways Obama Can Fix Drones Right Now
Civilian casualties can be prevented with better use of drones. By Sarah Holewinski and Larry Lewis
Nextgov
Let’s Get Rid of the Ghost Task Order Contracts
Start by posting all task order awards on a public website.
Nextgov
VA Names Stephen Warren Full Time CIO
Department leaves the assistant secretary position vacant.
Defense