Defense
DHS official: Cargo mandate should be reconsidered
The 2007 provision requires Homeland Security to ensure that all U.S.-bound containers are scanned abroad by 2012.
Defense
Panel OKs nominee for Pentagon acquisition post
If confirmed, Ashton Carter would take over weapons buying at a time when President Obama and Capitol Hill leaders are pushing for major changes in the way the Defense Department does business.
Defense
GAO calls for improvements to Defense acquisition system
Auditors find delays and cost overruns in major weapons programs.
Defense
ADVICE+DISSENT:Intelligence File Reading the Signs
Crises occur when we have the wrong kinds of information.
Defense
Senator says Defense chief will reveal budget cuts ahead of Obama
Gates canceled plans to attend the NATO 60th anniversary summit in France so he could stay in Washington to wrap up work on the fiscal 2010 budget.
Defense
GAO: Staggering cost overruns dwarf modest improvements in Defense acquisition
A shortage of government engineers and contract managers contributes to problems, says report.
Defense
Defense secretary weighs fate of Future Combat Systems
The most expensive and far-reaching technological endeavor in the Army's history faces budget cuts, possible cancellation.
Defense
In New Mexico desert, marchers honor Bataan survivors
Veterans of the World War II death march turn out to greet participants.
Defense
Forward Observer: Missile Guidance
Former chairman of the Joint Chiefs believes spending so much on an unproved missile defense is a rush to failure given the recession and money needs of the military.
Defense
Obama plan targeting Taliban, al-Qaida draws praise
President says infusion of 4,000 troops will bolster Afghan army.
Defense
National intelligence chief: Scope of intel activities continues to expand
Two key GOP lawmakers are warning that the intelligence community is being overtaxed under Obama administration.
Defense
Lawmaker says future combat systems not affordable
Congressman pledges to work with the Army to come up with a more disciplined approach to its modernization program.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: White House to coordinate cybersecurity efforts
Obama's senior cyber official tells a House caucus that OMB could expand its staff to conduct more oversight of agencies' security initiatives.
Defense
DHS watchdog recommends steps to improve immigration benefits processing
Homeland Security and State Department have joint responsibility for timeliness of immigration benefits.
Defense
Army increases ranks of contracting personnel, but gaps remain
Service plans to boost its acquisition workforce by 131 military employees and 347 civilian workers in fiscal 2009, officials say.
Defense
Army pulls out of hearing on Future Combat Systems program
Agency spokesman says focus of hearing is too closely aligned with ongoing "predecisional" budget and acquisition discussions within Defense.
Defense
Senators call for more spending to stem border violence
Lieberman wants $380 million in emergency money for the Homeland Security Department.
Defense
Lawmakers urge continued attention to Coast Guard acquisition reform
Bill would require the service to take precautions such as testing new assets for compliance with contractual and safety requirements.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Officials criticize Defense's 'unreliable' health record system
The services' surgeon generals tell the Hill that the medical network frequently crashes and is causing a 'near mutiny' among doctors.
Defense