Defense
Bush remarks focus on border security
Temporary worker program would curb the flow of illegal workers across the border, president says at a naturalization ceremony.
Defense
Senate panel to take another look at fighter jet proposal
Plan to raise healthcare premiums for some military retirees will be discussed this week on the House side.
Defense
Justice Department responds to lawmakers' wiretapping probe
Answers are too vague and are hindering Congress’ oversight ability, key Democrat says.
Defense
DHS management chief’s exit unlikely to bring changes
Outsiders say Janet Hale’s departure creates a prime opportunity to overhaul the department’s management directorate.
Defense
Shippers fear port security measures would disrupt commerce
Requirement for full inspection of all cargo would be illogical and harmful to global trade, industry groups say.
Defense
Auction of Cunningham’s loot brings almost $100,000
But proceeds will not count toward $3.65 million in back taxes and penalties owed by former legislator who admitted taking bribes from defense contractors.
Defense
Lawmakers map strategies for immigration debate next week
Senate debate on an enforcement and border security measure is slated to begin Tuesday.
Defense
Bush team hopes April appeal will revive personnel reforms
But officials must convince appellate court in Homeland Security case to dismiss the logic of two district court judges.
Defense
Informal survey shows lax ID checks for air travelers
TSA confirms that passengers are allowed to pass through security without an ID if they submit to a secondary screening procedure.
Defense
Concerns about wireless tracking devices discussed
State Department plans to use such technology in passports starting this summer.
Defense
Ports group backs trio of security bills
Group opposes fourth measure that would require full inspection of all cargo entering the United States, calling it unrealistic.
Defense
Contest to represent DHS workers will begin in May
Unions say upcoming fight over 21,000 Customs and Border Protection employees will not hinder effort to challenge personnel reforms.
Defense
Homeland Security management chief resigns
Janet Hale wins praise from DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff for integrating the 22 agencies that formed the department.
Defense
Chertoff wants flexibility in managing chemical plant safety
Homeland Security chief encourages ranking facilities based on risk levels.
Defense
Pentagon to streamline process for buying business systems
Pilot program will be announced in next few months, Defense official says.
Defense
Bird flu screening to be expanded
Tests will be conducted on more than 75,000 birds in 2006, Interior Secretary Gale Norton says.
Defense
Chertoff vows feds won't supersede local responders
Emergency personnel should be trained to respond to non-traditional threats, Homeland Security chief says.
Defense
NSA program broader than previously described
Warrantless eavesdropping involves analyzing far-reaching web of communications data.
Defense
Pentagon seeks to explain rise in sexual assault reports
Officials view increase as sign that new confidentiality policies are working.
Defense