Defense
The Best (Cyber) Defense Is a Good (Cyber) Offense
We are already engaged in a very real cyber war. We must recognize and confront reality.
Trump Orders Historic Military Newspaper Stars and Stripes Shut Down
The decision from the Pentagon to close the paper down comes shortly after a "Military Times" poll that showed Trump's popularity with the troops has declined.
COVID Relief Should Protect American—Not Chinese—Defense Companies
Congress must quickly fix an alarming disparity.
COVID Affecting Ballistic Missile Defense Near Russia, China, North Korea
The rollout of a ballistic missile defense system designed to detect potential threats from countries like North Korea has been delayed due to concerns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
America's Space Strategy Comes of Age
The Trump administration is charting a new course for America's future in space.
Senate GOP Accused of Using Coronavirus Bill to Indirectly Fund Border Wall
"The bill provides nothing to address the long lines at foodbanks...but we can shore up the defense industry?" said Democratic Vermont Sen. Patrick Leahy.
GOP Senator Seeks Amendment Allowing the U.S. to Buy Russian Defense System
An amendment proposed by the Senate majority whip would allow the U.S. Army to buy Turkey's Russian-made S-400 defense system.
U.S.-China Nuclear Arms Deal Could Be Possible Despite Coronavirus Tensions
President Donald Trump's former arms control secretary told Newsweek that nuclear arms talks between the countries "need to happen."
Five Wounded in Rocket Attack on Base Housing U.S. Troops in Iraq
It was first reported by the Associated Press that two of the officials wounded in the attack were Iraqi troops. A spokesperson later confirmed three coalition troops were also wounded.
Veteran Confronts Matt Gaetz for Defending Trump: 'We Swore The Same Oath'
A U.S. military veteran confronted Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz in Congress Tuesday demanding answers for his impeachment defenses of President Donald Trump.
New York Rep Hails Inclusion of 'Ghost Guns' Bill in Spending Package
Congressman Max Rose's bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to examine the potential for ghost guns to be used by terrorists.
GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz Says It's 'Weird' About Giuliani's Ukraine Trip
Matt Gaetz offered several defenses of Rudy Giuliani visiting Ukraine this past week, saying that while it is "weird," Americans should give him "the benefit of the doubt" because of his role after 9/11.
Republican Rep on Trump Impeachment Inquiry: 'Waste of Time'
House Democrats expressed hope Donald Trump will participate in the impeachment inquiry, while Republicans dismissed it.
Russia Says U.S. Could Cut Military Budget If It Stopped Attacking Nations
Sergey Shoigu said Russia will focus on weapons to level the playing field against overwhelming U.S. force.
Russia Mocks U.S. For 'Fantastic' Missiles That Failed to Stop Saudi Attack
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova also suggested the U.S. strategy in the Middle East is collapsing.
Experts: Barr Acting Like a 'Defense Lawyer' for Trump
Former federal prosecutors have accused Attorney General William Barr of acting in the best interest of the president rather than the American people.
Russia's 'Satan 2' Undergoing 'Final Tests'
Russian President Vladimir Putin gave updates on "modern powerful precision weapons that are determining and will determine in the future the image of Russia's armed forces."
Here's How NATO Has Actually Increased Spending
President Trump has long said that the U.S. is carrying too much of the burden when it comes to paying for the defense of NATO members.
Alleged Gambino Killer Influenced by Hate Talk: Lawyer
The New York man accused of killing Gambino Mafia boss Frank Cali was a victim of internet hate speech "spewed" online, and by the White House, his lawyer said after a court hearing on Monday.
George Conway Strikes Down Graham's Trump Defense
The husband of White House counselor Kellyanne Conway has continued to launch attacks on President Donald Trump on Twitter.
U.S., Russia, France All Launch Missiles Within Hours
France conducted a rare test of its medium-range air-to-surface missile, the U.S. fired a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile and Russia launched a RS-24 Yars ICBM.
Pentagon Deploying Nearly 4,000 More Troops to Border
The additional troops will hike the total number of forces at the border to about 4,350, according to the Department of Defense.
Venezuelan Troops 'Ready to Die' in Fight Against U.S.
"In the face of any aggression, of any nature and intensity, we will defend Venezuela, as it belongs to us," said Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino, who is standing by embattled President Nicolás Maduro.
China, Russia Warn 'Arms Race' Due to U.S. Missile Plan
"China is expressing its extreme discontent and strong objection" to President Donald Trump's 2019 Missile Defense Review.
Armed Services Chair: Military Can Build Trump's Wall
Newly elected House Armed Services Chairman Adam Smith said Trump is "willing to shut down the government and stop paying Border Patrol agents" because of his gimmicky "campaign promise."
Trump Denies Webb Is A Candidate For Defense Secretary
President Donald Trump denied that Jim Webb is under consideration for defense secretary on Thursday, following multiple reports that the former Virginia senator was a leading candidate to replace Jim Mattis as Pentagon chief.
Iran to Send Ships Near U.S. Water, as Navy Did in Gulf
The news came as Iran's top diplomat accused his U.S. counterpart of mixing up two United Nations Security Council resolutions regarding missile activity.
Jim Webb Among Names In Running For Pentagon Chief
Jim Webb, the former Virginia senator and Reagan-era Navy secretary, is reportedly on the short list of names to replace Jim Mattis as defense secretary.
Top Pentagon Spokeswoman Resigns Amid Internal Probe
Dana White, the senior spokeswoman for the Department of Defense, stepped down Monday night amid an internal investigation into whether she mistreated employees.
This Is What Russia's Military Accomplished in 2018
Despite President Donald Trump's initial vows to rebuild broken ties between Russia and the U.S., the world's two leading military powers have been at major odds.