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In a budgetary first, Air Force will launch two programs without asking Congress in advance
The service is using a power granted by lawmakers in the 2024 NDAA.
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Do states need a ‘Space Force militia’? Air Force says no
A recent legislative proposal reignited debate over a potential Space National Guard.
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When can US spies buy your personal data? New guidelines are coming
The ODNI will soon release "extra safeguards" for protecting citizens' privacy when buying datasets, a top Pentagon lawyer says.
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‘Deterring conflict is our highest duty’
Adm. Koehler takes command of U.S. Pacific Fleet, as Adm. Paparo moves on to Indo-Pacific Command.
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Military could be directed to protect industry's satellites, Pentagon says
The Defense Department's first commercial space integration strategy says the military will take steps to “mitigate risks to commercial space actors.”
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The Pentagon gets a cyber czar
Upon confirmation, the new assistant defense secretary for cyber policy will oversee spending on network operations, outreach to industry, and more.
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Air Mobility commander pushes for connectivity for outdated mobility fleet
Minihan said he wishes his planes were better able to communicate as the command delivers aid to Gaza.
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New Air Force combat wings could deploy in 2 years
The service recently announced a major shakeup to prep for war with China.
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Air Force’s wishlist includes money for parts and readiness
The $3.5 billion “unfunded priorities” list also includes money for exercises and military construction projects.
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House passes $825B defense bill, racing the clock to avoid shutdown
Bill includes new money for ships, planes, ground combat vehicles, and AI.
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UN adopts resolution to keep AI 'safe, secure and trustworthy'
The U.S.-led effort garnered the support of more than 120 countries—including China.
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How to airdrop: A C-17 pilot describes delivering food and water to Gaza
U.S. airlifters get close enough to see the destruction.
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Navy offers 2-option shipbuilding plan
One path shows the service's desired path; the other, a plan for no real growth in the Navy budget.
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Special operations seeing growing demand amid planned cuts: commander
Faced with a more active China, “I certainly wouldn't support” shrinking the force, SOCOM's Fenton told lawmakers.
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Milley, McKenzie detail mistakes that led to Afghan evacuation chaos
The retired generals blamed the State Department for the debacle at Hamid Karzai airport. But it’s not that simple.
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State Department wants reliable news, internet connectivity in the Pacific
U.S. is funding journalism fellowships and undersea cable access in the region.
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US will send another $300M in weapons to Ukraine, thanks to ‘cost savings’
Good negotiating on earlier contracts freed up funds for rockets and ammo, officials say.
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Pentagon budget request aims to balance congressional limits, foreign needs, and innovation
“This should be the wake-up call that tells us we need to be buying different stuff,” one expert said.
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Army continues focus on munitions amid Ukraine war, China tensions
The service is also seeking alternatives to its long-range cannon program amid technical problems.
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USAF: Let’s cut older aircraft to fund newer weapons
Space Force would get real cut under 2025 budget proposal.
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