Defense
Panel says climate change poses security threat
Rising sea levels could put coastal military bases at home and abroad at risk.
Defense
DHS urged to shift bonus money from execs to employees
House committee Democrats give the department a failing grade for employee morale.
Defense
Defense official urges use of GSA contract vehicle
Offerings could help Pentagon fulfill congressional mandate for contracting with small firms owned by service-disabled veterans.
Defense
ADVICE+DISSENT: Intelligence File Hopkins’ Legacy
Robert Hopkins lived a life in the shadows until his only son died of AIDS.
Defense
Key senator backs creation of 'czar' for Iraq reconstruction
Sen. Joseph Lieberman says he envisions such an official being primarily responsible for the non-military aspects of "post-conflict management."
Defense
Marines deploying Osprey aircraft overseas for first time
Critics say fundamental design and reliability flaws have yet to be resolved, argue use in combat would be premature.
Defense
Union, immigration agency move toward new contract
Agency still is operating under an agreement reached before the formation of the Homeland Security Department.
Defense
Immigration enforcement raid sparks outcry
Escalation in action by the federal government has drawn state and local complaints.
Defense
Katrina reconstruction effort lacks long-term strategy
Project is at a “critical turning point," GAO official says; Louisiana senator takes hard line on funds for rebuilding levees.
Defense
DHS official pushes launch of new nuclear detectors
Detectors carry a hefty price tag of $350,000 per unit, a big increase over the $80,000 the current machines cost.
Defense
Panel votes to require agencies to report data mining activities
Measure gives heads of agencies engaged in or developing a data mining program 180 days to submit a detailed report.
Tech
Compatibility dictates rollout of emergency responder, port IDs
In deploying the card-check systems, the difficulty is making sure the cards and card reader can talk to each other.
Defense
TSA indicates port ID system may not be ready by July
Estimates for how many port workers will ultimately be enrolled range from 750,000 to 1.5 million.
Defense
Defense proposes giving Guard chief 'senior advisor' role
Document makes clear the Pentagon will continue to reject efforts to elevate the Guard leader to a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Defense
Air Force, Navy funds may be needed to cover Army costs
Defense secretary reiterates concerns that failure to approve supplemental wartime spending bill in next few weeks will damage readiness.
Defense
Officials praise Texas' progress on emergency system
Since 2003, the federal government has devoted $2 billion to radio interoperability grants.
Defense
Guard chief touts unit readiness but acknowledges stress
Ongoing deployments would make equipment problems at home worse, chief says.
Defense
Security officials seek lessons from Iraq's chlorine attacks
The Homeland Security Department is also implementing new rules for regulating security at U.S. chemical facilities.
Defense
Fate of Treasury contracting shop remains in limbo
Contractors and customers express concern over service continuity; Army medical centers among FedSource customers.
Defense