Defense
Why the U.S. Still Can't Track Visitors Who Overstay Their Visas
Proposed “entry-exit” systems seem simple but have succumbed to real-world complications.
Defense
While Twitter Chases Islamic State Accounts, Homegrown Extremists are Thriving on the Platform
White nationalist groups, among others, are becoming more active with the looming US election.
Defense
Pentagon Eyes Missile-Defense Sensors In Space
Even as the Defense Department begins to build a giant new flight-tracking radar in Alaska, it is already thinking bigger—and much higher.
Defense
To Counter Russia’s Cyber Prowess, Army Launches Rapid-Tech Office
The battle for eastern Ukraine shows how the pace of innovation in electronic warfare is picking up.
Defense
For F-35's First Deployment, Marines Plan 'School of Hard Knocks'
Real-world missions will help the Corps chart its future with the plane, says the leader of the Marines’ Combat Development Command.
Defense
USDA Closes Offices After Threats to Employees and Facilities
FBI, others assessing the credibility of the threats.
Defense
Someone to Talk to Upon Returning From War
After serving in Vietnam, John Cowart spent three decades helping soldiers who were struggling with the effects of military service.
Defense
Pentagon Employees Are Still Flashing Purchase Cards at Casinos, Strip Clubs
Despite a new security crackdown, the Defense Department watchdog finds lax enforcement by managers.
Defense
Defense Budget Experts Urge Changes to Wartime Funding Account
Former Pentagon comptroller says reform is necessary for long-term planning.
Defense
Assault-Rifle Camp for Kids, Courtesy of the American Military
A look at the Army’s annual marksmanship clinic for children aged 9 to 18
Defense
Libertarians Want Answers From Vets Group Over Gary Johnson Diss
The presidential candidate was not invited to a Sept. 7 forum on national security and vets issues that will feature Democrat Clinton and Republican Trump.
Nextgov
Report: If DOD Doesn't Embrace Open Source, It'll 'Be Left Behind'
Currently, the department uses open source software “infrequently and on an ad hoc basis,” unlike tech companies like Google, Amazon and Facebook that wouldn’t exist without open source software.
Defense
The Political Role of Drone Strikes in U.S. Grand Strategy
Passionate disagreement over drone strikes obscures the fact that we actually don’t know much about how they affect U.S. interests.
Defense
Pentagon Science Board Recommends “Immediate Action” to Counter Enemy AI
Defense scientists worry that the U.S. could be on the losing side of a AI arms race.
Defense
The U.S. Military Holds More Pacific Exercises Than You Probably Realize
The Army's Pacific Pathways program is even bringing some nations' military units to America for training.
Defense
Pentagon and Air Force Told to Clarify Plan to Retire A-10 Aircraft
GAO wants sharper data on impact of changes in close air support strategy.
Nextgov
Pentagon’s Contract-Spending Problem
Of $205 billion awarded in contract spending across DOD, only $101 billion was competed.
Defense
Will the U.S. Extradite Fethullah Gulen?
Turkey has formally requested the transfer of the Pennsylvania-based cleric accused of masterminding last month’s coup, the State Department says.
Defense
The Twenty Years’ War
Two decades ago, Osama bin Laden officially launched al-Qaeda’s struggle against the United States. Neither side has won.
Defense
Is Donald Trump Reversing His Stance on Immigration?
The Republican nominee is pledging to follow an approach that resembles President Obama's.
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