Defense
What's the Logic Behind Trump's Threat to North Korea?
The president has vowed the greatest display of military power in living memory—over threats.
Tech
Does the U.S. Military Need a Space Corps?
A proposal in Congress would create the first new uniformed service in 70 years, but it faces opposition from the Pentagon.
Nextgov
DOD Opts for Android for Classified Tablets
The tablets are modified versions of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2.
Management
Former Pentagon Acquisitions Chief Belittles Reorg Plan
Frank Kendall sees NDAA-mandated split of his former job as doomed to fail.
Defense
Military Eyes New Mini-Nukes for 21st-Century Deterrence
The Joint Chiefs’ vice chair says smaller-yield weapons are needed to deter the use of same.
Management
The Feud Between the Trump Organization and the Secret Service
The security detail at Trump Tower has moved into a nearby trailer after a lease dispute with the president’s company.
Defense
Analysis: Can This National Security Council Handle a Real Crisis?
The people in the Situation Room inevitably neglect basics that will keep them, and the rest of us, alive. In this White House, the risks are especially high.
Defense
Is Trump Right About Afghanistan?
The country is still dangerous nearly 17 years after the U.S.-led ouster of the Taliban regime.
Defense
An NSC Staffer Is Forced Out Over a Controversial Memo
The document charges that globalists, Islamists, and other forces within and outside the government are subverting President Trump’s agenda.
Management
Tillerson Acknowledges 'Differences' With Trump on Iran Deal
But the secretary of state said he was “comfortable” sharing his views with the president.
Defense
New U.S. Rules Would Ban Most Travel to North Korea
The decision was prompted by Otto Warmbier’s death in June.
Nextgov
Pentagon Now Offering Top Officials Classified Tablets
The Defense Department's pilot program allows access to materials up to secret level.
Defense
Trump Awards Medal of Honor to Army Medic
71-year-old James McCloughan is the award’s first recipient under the Trump administration.
Defense
The U.S. Government's Fight Against Violent Extremism Loses Its Leader
The resignation of George Selim, a key Homeland Security official, may signal a shift away from treating the American Muslim community as partners in the struggle against radicalization.
Defense
Justice Department Touts Rise in Gun Crime Charges
NRA applauds dramatic change from Obama administration.
Oversight
Latest Tally on Agency Vacancies Not Flattering to Trump White House
Two trackers show the president's appointments are pacing well behind those of recent administrations.
Defense
North Korea's Latest Launch Spurs U.S. Missile Tests, Flyovers
The United States has been ramping up exercises and diplomatic moves in response to worrying new developments out of Pyongyang.
Defense
ISIS Claims Attack on U.S.-Backed Troops in Syria
While the militant group struggles to maintain control of Raqqa, it continues to wage attacks on SDF fighters.
Defense
North Korea Launches Another ICBM
Preliminary data suggest the projectile can travel farther than the missile launched earlier this month.
Defense
Why Russia Ordered the U.S. to Reduce Its Diplomatic Staff
The step comes a day after the U.S. Senate passed a sweeping sanctions bill, which now awaits President Trump’s signature.
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