Science & Tech
Defense officials hopeful incoming administration keeps funding cutting-edge tech
Amid competing priorities, they pitched dual-use research as key to competing with China.
Threats
Climate stress is affecting US missions, driving conflict in Africa, official says
The second Trump administration will have to address climate realities one way or another, according to a deputy assistant defense secretary.
Ideas
The Army is too top-heavy
Surplus generals, swollen staffs, and excess headquarters drain headcount and resources from warfighting units.
Sponsor Content
Solidify bedrock cyber defenses with AI as a force multiplier
As cyber threats grow more advanced and government agencies navigate workforce shortages, artificial intelligence shows promise in filling the gaps.
Policy
Lawmakers tee up efforts to keep spyware off troops' devices
The compromise 2025 defense policy bill would mandate security standards, reporting, and more.
Policy
‘Shock the system’: Startups and DOGE take over Reagan forum
But lawmakers advised caution and noted that Congress still controls the purse strings.
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Advancing Defense Infrastructure
Fixed Wireless Access as a catalyst for the DoD’s next-generation connectivity.
Ideas
Can Syria's triumphant rebel coalition unite the country?
And what should the U.S. do about this potentially "catastrophic success"?
Threats
Some Republicans remain unsold on Hegseth
Sexual-assault allegation cited along with other concerns about Trump's pick for defense secretary.
Voices
Threats
US strikes ISIS in Syria as Assad regime falls
“The future here will be written by Syrians,” a White House official told reporters.
Threats
‘Multi-headed monster’: Biden, Trump officials address China-Russia-Iran coordination
U.S. officials say adversaries' cooperation shows their weakness, not their strength.
Policy
A day in the diplomatic life of America’s defense secretary
A busy slate of meetings illuminates Lloyd Austin’s efforts to weave a region’s militaries into a defense network.
Threats
Russia in talks to send fighter jets to North Korea, INDOPACOM says
U.S. should continue to build deterrence in the Asia-Pacific region, Paparo says.
Ideas
Want ‘government efficiency'? Help change agencies from within
DOGE leaders talk a lot about slashing headcount. They should foster better decision-making instead.
Science & Tech
Robot reality check: Crewed warplanes will remain vital for years, USAF general says
Air Force pushes back on assertions that new manned aircraft are no longer needed.
Policy
Defense One Radio, Ep. 168: The decline of America’s commercial shipbuilding industry
We conclude our series of conversations about America's ailing shipbuilding sector.
Defense Systems
As sims at sea help one carrier’s aviators stay sharp, the Navy wants more
Air Boss wants the rest of the strike group to get networked simulators as well.
Science & Tech
Air Force boots decision on 6th-gen fighter to Trump admin
Service officials put the effort on pause earlier this year.
Ideas
How a director of national intelligence helps a president stay on top of threats from around the world
A former chairman of the National Intelligence Council offers an explainer.
Defense Systems
New joint data standards could come in early 2025
The anticipated document would help ensure compatibility between training and simulation systems across services.
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