Defense One

79 NatSec Officials Praise Obama for Iran Diplomacy

Former ambassadors lauded Obama’s administration for seeking talks with Tehran nuclear program. By Kedar Pavgi

Defense One

Pentagon's Kendall: Budget Climate 'Worst I’ve Seen' for Planning

The DOD's top weapons buyer says that uncertainty is threatening the workforce 'and their ability to do their jobs.' By Charles S. Clark

Nextgov

Senator Pushes for Protection From Drones' Prying Eyes

Feds would need a warrant for drone surveillance under Sen. Markey's bill.

Defense

Senator Anticipates Filibuster Threat Over Military Sexual Assault Amendment

Pentagon and Armed Services Committee leaders adamantly oppose the reform.

Defense

Should TSA Officers Have Guns?

Union supports arming some officers, but most lawmakers think it’s a bad idea.

Defense One

Five Ways Obama Can Fix Drones Right Now

Civilian casualties can be prevented with better use of drones. By Sarah Holewinski and Larry Lewis

Nextgov

Let’s Get Rid of the Ghost Task Order Contracts

Start by posting all task order awards on a public website.

Nextgov

VA Names Stephen Warren Full Time CIO

Department leaves the assistant secretary position vacant.

Defense

Key Pentagon Management Official to Retire

Beth McGrath’s 25-year career focused on bringing business strategies to Defense Department operations.

Defense

Analysis: What's the Best Way to Keep America’s Diplomats Safe?

Right now the greatest challenge is a Congress that whipsaws between ignoring the Foreign Service and scapegoating it after disasters.

Nextgov

Firm Retains Contested Contract to Manage Nuclear Sites

Consolidated Nuclear Security won the deal, which is expected to be worth more than $22 billion over a decade.

Defense One

Hagel’s Plan for the Military in the Post-War Era

As the nation comes off a 'perpetual war footing,' Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel warns against relying too heavily on military might. By Kevin Baron

Nextgov

FCC Eyes New Spectrum for Wi-Fi-Type Service

Sat phone company has tested the service with Amazon lab.

Nextgov

DARPA Plans Deep Brain Dive to Understand PTSD, TBI

Project aims to quantitatively characterize the ailments.

Management

Pentagon Building Security Chief Accused of Abusing Authority

Stephen Calvery took advantage of firing range, golf tournaments and subordinates, IG finds.

Defense

Police Just Missed a Chance to Stop the LAX Shooter at His Home

Note indicates killer deliberately targeted TSA agents, because he distrusted the government and wanted to 'instill fear into their traitorous minds.'

Nextgov

HealthCare.gov and the Inevitably Digital Future of American Governance

Washington is remarkably inexperienced with complicated tech that's unrelated to national defense.