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
Homeland Security Chief Previews Toughened 'Resiliency Agenda'
Trump administration declares end to “days of cyber surrender.”
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
Accounting Board Sides with Secrecy Hawks on Classified Defense Spending
Intelligence agencies clash with IG on whether to keep more numbers from public.
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?
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