Defense
Officials duck questions on passenger screening system
TSA official says the program is under review for possible changes to reflect privacy and civil-liberties concerns.
Defense
DHS faulted over Washington area security coordination
Almost three years after Sept. 11, government auditors find security and spending coordination lacking in capital region.
Defense
Senate passes defense authorization bill
The $447 billion measure includes $25 billion in emergency contingency funds for Iraq and Afghanistan.
Defense
TSA gives airports initial guidance on using private screeners
Opt-out program fuels debate over whether screening should be handed over to the private sector or remain a government function.
Defense
ICE budget woes may force release of some aliens
Funding shortfalls are preventing immigration officials in at least one region from detaining aliens.
Defense
Marine Corps general criticizes Intranet project
Says implementation is moving too slowly, but reiterates commitment to making the program work.
Defense
Officials cite continued aviation security concerns
Federal officials defend efforts taken since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Defense
Lawmakers scrap over grant formula for first responders
Last year first responder groups complained that the process had proved cumbersome and did not provide adequate funding to the most vulnerable areas.
Defense
DHS improves foreign student tracking program, according to GAO
Agency uses new staffing, training and software to respond to problems, report says.
Defense