Defense
Lawmakers Call for Space Force, Boost to Military Drills in Europe
The House and Senate Armed Services committees want the Pentagon to better prepare for war in space, but there’s disagreement on how to do it.
Tech
The NSA Confronts a Problem of Its Own Making
Recent cyberattacks show what happens when America’s secret-keepers can’t keep their secrets.
Defense
Civilian Deaths Likely in U.S.-Led Coalition Strike
An independent war monitor claims that 57 civilians were killed in a Monday attack in al-Mayadeen.
Defense
Time for the Pentagon to Overhaul Drone Management, New Report Says
As the Pentagon writes a long-term drone plan, the former head of Air Force intelligence has some suggestions.
Defense
The Military Declares War on Sprawl
The Pentagon thinks better designed, more walkable bases can help curb obesity and improve troops’ fitness.
Defense
Homeland Security Awards Grants to Counter Domestic Extremism
Secretary Kelly had reviewed Obama-era program to vet highest-risk cities.
Tech
How Not to Win an AI Arms Race With China
A lawmaker’s proposal to curb Chinese investment in U.S. artificial-intelligence firms has more than a few critics.
Management
Global Demand for U.S. Weapons 'Busier Than Ever' in Trump Era, So Far
Large American delegation at Paris Air Show reassures allies worried about disengagement.
Defense
Inside the West Wing Tug-of-War Over Russia and Ukraine
The president has been all over the map on Ukraine. The people around him have been much more consistent.
Defense
U.S. Wastes $28 Million on Afghan Soldiers's Uniforms, Watchdog Says
A report deemed the camouflage pattern inappropriate for a country that is only 2.1 percent forest.
Defense
Business Experience Bites Trump’s Pentagon Nominee
Congress might hold up the president’s pick for deputy defense secretary over his three-decade career with Boeing, among other things.
Defense
U.S. Military Shoots Down 'Hostile' Drone in Syria
The move signals escalating tension in the region between U.S.-backed forces and those loyal to the Assad regime.
Defense
Military and Veterans Groups Advocate Benefit Parity Between Active Duty, Reserve Soldiers
Reservists deployed for pre-planned operations don’t earn educational and other benefits afforded troops.
Defense
Trump Appears to Fault Obama, Calls Otto Warmbier's Death a 'Disgrace'
He said the 22-year-old University of Virginia student “should have been brought home a long time ago” from North Korea.
Defense
Is Momentum Building for Another Round of BRAC?
Think tank analysts across the political spectrum urge Congress to bite bullet and close obsolete bases.
Oversight
Will Congress Cede Its War-Making Authority to Trump?
A new resolution would finally put many long-running conflicts on a sound legal footing—but would grant the executive branch sweeping powers in the process.
Defense
U.S. Navy Calls Off Its Search for Missing Sailors
Their bodies were found inside a flooded compartment in the USS Fitzgerald, which had crashed the day before with a container ship.
Defense
After A Shooting, What Do Security Pros Do Behind Closed Doors?
Wednesday’s attack on a congressional baseball practice will trigger re-evaluations of security posture, and decisions on next steps.
Management
Boeing to Cut 50 Executives, Reorganize Defense Business
Fresh off a move to from St. Louis to Washington, the firm’s defense division says it’s removing a layer of bureaucracy.
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