Tech

USAF’s Space Force Cost-Estimate Is Likely Too High: Analyst

Todd Harrison says $13 billion is a high-ball figure meant to shift the debate.

Defense

Pentagon Declares War on Scooters

After seven rental scooters were abandoned at the Pentagon following this year’s September 11 remembrances, police say they will begin impounding the unauthorized rides. Bikes, too.

Defense

Trump's Order to Reveal Docs Could Undermine Secret Court System

"No one should be happy about the weaponization of declassification," security expert says.

Defense

U.S. Global Media Agency Launches Farsi Service to Reach Iranians

Newly renamed broadcasting board also anticipates first fully empowered CEO.

Defense

On 9/11 Anniversary, U.S. Nears 17 Years of War in Afghanistan

An American soldier killed in Afghanistan this summer wasn’t yet 3 when the war began. Seventeen years after 9/11, America still seems determined to keep fighting.

Defense

White House Chaos is Having an Impact on the Ground in Syria, and Beyond

The power struggle at the top of the world’s greatest military power and largest economy has never been more visible than in recent days.

Management

Defense Management Chief Reportedly On His Way Out Over Performance Problems

John Gibson was working on reductions in headquarters overhead and largest-ever financial audit.

Defense

The Navy Is Hacking Wetsuits for Arctic Warfare

A new wetsuit treatment could allow troops to operate in frigid water for far longer.

Defense

Defense Secretary Mattis Denies Comparing Trump to 'a Fifth- or Sixth-Grader'

Defense chief says the statements attributed to him in Bob Woodward's new book are fictitious.

Defense

Marines Move to Tackle Racial Extremists in the Corps

An updated order emphasizes that participating in white supremacist groups is prohibited and calls on service members to report those who violate the policy.

Defense

Army Sergeant Who Swore Allegiance to ISIS Caught in FBI Sting

The guilty plea from a Hawaii-based soldier includes at least 25 years in prison.

Defense

Austin, Texas, Just Became the Army’s Silicon Valley

The service is making a big bet that getting closer to tech startups will help deter future adversaries.

Defense

ISIS Is Ready For a Resurgence

The new recording released by the group’s leader suggested he’s looking to the past to chart a course for the group’s ultimate triumph.

Defense

Analysis: The War In Afghanistan Isn’t a Hopeless Stalemate

A strategy to shut down Taliban safe havens in Pakistan could bring the war to an end.

Defense

Trump’s Untested Authority to Revoke Security Clearances

Can the president restrict a person’s access to classified material for any reason he wants? It may take a lawsuit from former CIA Director John Brennan to find out.

Defense

Trump’s Afghanistan War Plan Is Working Despite Recent Attacks, Outgoing Commander Says

Facing renewed criticism, Gen. John Nicholson said the president’s year-old South Asia strategy was bringing Afghanistan closer to peace.

Defense

‘Trump Will Get his Wall,’ Says Senator

White House mobilizes defense of ICE and border protection agencies.

Defense

Trump's Unprecedented Retaliation Draws Unprecedented Rebukes

A dozen former spy chiefs slammed the president after he yanked Brennan's clearance. What comes next?