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Defense
Los Alamos scientists develop new method to detect smuggled nukes
New approach has advantages over detectors now deployed at U.S. borders, which use either X-rays or gamma rays.
News
Homeland Security to build Maryland biological defense center
Environmental review finds facility would pose “negligible to minor risks” to the health of workers and local residents.
Management
DOE weighs random polygraph tests for employees
Proposal is designed to deter “damaging disclosures” by employees who aren't required to undergo mandatory lie-detector tests.
Defense
Senate homeland security panel to add staff
New staff members will be added due to expansion of Governmental Affairs Committee's jurisdiction to cover the Homeland Security Department.
Defense
Biological attack likely by 2020, report warns
Acts of bioterrorism would be “particularly suited” to smaller and better-informed terrorist groups likely to emerge.
Defense
Bush reiterates support for intelligence bill
Lawmakers are expected to work on the bill when they return to Washington next week.
Defense
Nuclear plants meet deadline for security improvements
Industry group says all 103 plants have implemented increased security measures in response to changes ordered by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Defense
U.S., Russia, upgrade security at Russian nuclear weapons bases
Pilot project is part of an effort by the National Nuclear Security Administration to improve security at 17 Russian sites.
Defense
Senate approves Governmental Affairs overhaul
Senators back resolution giving panel additional responsibility for homeland security.
Defense
Senators differ over Pentagon control of intelligence agencies
Top Democrat on Senate Intelligence Committee proposes split control of Defense intelligence organizations in times of war.
Defense
Lawmakers question security of DOE shipment of plutonium to France
Democrats, antinuclear groups say transport planned for next month could be vulnerable to terrorist attack.
Defense
Senate chairman unveils intelligence reform proposal
Idea to put parts of the CIA and Defense Department under the control of a new national intelligence director runs into swift opposition.
Defense
Democrats should focus more on intelligence reform, legislator says
Democrats could pay a political price during the November elections if they oppose Goss’ nomination too vigorously.
Defense
Intelligence officials deny lack of imagination
Methods of gathering and analyzing information have fundamentally changed since 9/11, they argue.
Defense
Kerry calls for Sept. 11 commission to continue work
Democratic standard-bearer says the panel should each reports every six months on the status of implementing its recommendations.
Defense
Americans will recognize CIA successes, Tenet says
A day before release of new report on intelligence shortcomings, CIA chief defends agency's actions, employees.
Defense
NIH official touts progress on biological defenses
Efforts include continued efforts to develop new vaccines against smallpox and anthrax.
