Tech

People Are Calling In to a New 'Criminal Alien' Hotline With Reports of Extraterrestrials

On Wednesday, the administration launched a new office to “assist victims of crimes committed by criminal aliens.” Some rang in with reports of UFOs.

Defense

The Death of Two U.S. Service Members in Afghanistan

They were killed in an operation targeting ISIS militants in Nangarhar province, where the U.S. this month dropped the “mother of all bombs.”

Route Fifty

Hawaii Needs Better Missile Defense Radars, Pacific Commander Says

Adm. Harry Harris says current capability is up to current threats — but that could change.

Defense

ISIS-in-Afghanistan Is Losing Recruits to Other Groups, U.S. Officials Say

James Mattis says he’s made no decision on adding troops, but warns of a confrontation if Russia continues to arm the Taliban.

Defense

What If It Happened Again? What We Need to Do to Prepare for a Nuclear Event

Any nuclear weapon exchange or major nuclear plant meltdown will immediately lead to a global public health emergency. What can we learn from past events to help prepare?

Defense

Risk of 'Accidental' Nuclear War Growing, UN Research Group Says

The warning comes as the Pentagon begins an extensive review of its nuclear arsenal.

Pay & Benefits

Lawmakers Propose Restoring Defense Per Diem Rates

A bipartisan measure would repeal unpopular Pentagon restrictions adopted in 2014.

Defense

Why America Cares About Chemical Weapons

Upholding the norm against their use helps the U.S. win wars.

Nextgov

Government Needs ‘Heavy Artillery’ for Cyberspace, DHS Chief Says

Plodding bureaucracy could leave government outgunned in cyberspace, Gen. John Kelly said in his first major address as secretary.

Defense

North Korea and the Risks of Miscalculation

As tensions rise in East Asia, they highlight the dangers of Trump’s unpredictability.

Defense

Why Did Donald Trump Send Dozens of Troops to Somalia?

He has changed gears bigly when it comes his position on military intervention.

Defense

What's Really at Stake for America in Yemen's Conflict

As the Trump administration navigates the risks of escalation, there’s a real danger it will get the calculus wrong.

Defense

Remember When Mike Pompeo Loved Wikileaks?

Now the head of the CIA wants to get tough on the “non-state hostile intelligence service.” That won’t be so easy.

Defense

It’s Too Early to See a 'Trump Effect' on NATO Spending

The president's rhetoric may have allies talking about their growing defense spending, but it won’t affect most budget proposals for months.

Management

Pentagon Headed to Court Against Small Business Advocate

Judge sets December trial for unfulfilled FOIA request on mystery contracting program.