Defense

Panetta: Graphic photos 'absolutely' violate military regulations, core values

Defense Secretary says he regrets the images were published.

Defense

Obama 'has confidence' in Secret Service chief

President trusts Mark Sullivan to investigate of Colombia sex scandal, press secretary says.

Defense

One-time critic tapped to head Defense Intelligence Agency

Pentagon nominates Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn as its next intelligence chief.

Defense

Panetta regrets costly flights home

The Defense Secretary's travel is significantly more frequent than two of his predecessors.

Defense

Military elevates handling of sex crimes

Higher-level officers will handle allegations of rape, sexual assault and other offenses.

Defense

Panetta, Dempsey refute GOP claims of budget dissenters

Lawmakers had suggested senior military leaders don't support Obama’s 2013 budget.

Defense

Dempsey: 'We let the boss down' in Colombia

Joint Chiefs chairman apologizes for troops' alleged role in sex scandal.

Defense

Reported military sexual assaults rose in 2011

New steps Defense has taken include expanded legal assistance and expedited victim transfers.

Defense

Obama waiting to pass judgment on Secret Service case

A dozen Secret Service agents and a handful of U.S. service members have been accused of misconduct in Colombia.

Defense

Five U.S. military personnel also suspected of inappropriate conduct in Colombia

Conduct allegedly took place at same hotel where recalled Secret Service agents were staying.

Defense

White House defends its approach to North Korea

Missile launch does not mean the Obama administration's effort to engage Pyongyang has failed, official says.

Defense

Romney: Obama's 'incompetence' emboldened North Korea

President should not have tried to appease the regime with food-aid deal, GOP contender says.