Science & Tech

Here's a List of Data Centers the NSA Is (Probably) Spying On

The sheer amount of Internet concentrated in these facilities makes them hot targets for spy agencies like the NSA. By John Metcalfe

Threats

New Report Says Russia, U.S. Must Do More to Prevent Nuclear Terrorism

A new report says Russia and the United States should work together to prevent terrorists from getting access to nuclear weapons. By Rachel Oswald

Defense Systems

Army transfers management of EMARSS program

Management of ISR program shifts to Army aviation office.

Defense Systems

Army CIO retires

Lt. Gen. Susan Lawrence served as the Army’s CIO for the past two years.

Policy

GOP Says DoD Doesn't Have to Furlough Civilian Workers

Republican leaders say the Pay Our Military Act gives the Pentagon 'broad latitude' to keep paying its civilian workers. By Kellie Lunney

Policy

We Negotiate With Terrorists, Why Not With Congress?

Perhaps the Obama administration should adopt the same policy it applies to real terrorists: Don't negotiate at all in public, but meanwhile search for every back channel you can. By Michael Hirsh

Threats

Dempsey: Syria Is a ‘Long-Term Issue’

Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey says the problems in Syria aren’t going to go away any time soon. By Stephanie Gaskell

Business

Watchdog Finds 719 Problems with the Pentagon’s F-35 Program

In a review of the F-35 program, the Pentagon’s Inspector General says the military lost control of contractors and quality management. By Mark Micheli

Policy

SHUTDOWN

The federal government has shut down. Here's the latest as updated through the day. By National Journal Staff

Policy

The Beginning of the End for Washington

The political system is broken. What does Washington have to do to get back to work? By Ron Fournier

Policy

Obama to Military: Blame Congress

President Obama told troops they deserve better than their 'dysfunctional' civilian bosses in Congress in a video message delivered after the midnight shutdown. By Kevin Baron

Policy

The Government Has Shut Down

How did we get here? Here's a play-by-play of the late-night votes in Congress that failed to keep the government open. By National Journal Staff

Defense Systems

Mercury wins Navy jammer contract

Mercury Systems said it will supply electronic jamming gear for Navy training.

Defense Systems

Internet of Everything could transform the battlefield

IOE on the battlefield moves beyond the Internet of Things.

Defense Systems

DOD expects weather satellite decision in months

Pentagon looks to smaller, cheaper satellites to promote resilience.

Business

Congress Passes Bill to Pay Military and Support Personnel on Time During Shutdown

The measure now heads to President Obama's desk for signature, even as the rest of the government lurches towards a shutdown. By Eric Katz

Business

400,000 DOD Civilians to Get Shutdown Furloughs

Thousands of workers face mandatory unpaid leave days with the lapse in appropriations. By Kellie Lunney

Policy

Unwinding 34 Years of Sanctions on Iran Won't Be Easy

The current sanctions regime is a labyrinthine mix of laws, executive actions and involves many international actors. Easing them will be an arduous task for Obama. By Kaveh Waddell

Science & Tech

Why Britain's New Cyberwar Capabilities May Just Be Political Posturing

It'll be a while before London builds an army of hackers. For now, its just another proposal from Whitehall. By Leo Mirani

Threats

The Six Things That Will Determine Obama's Success With Iran

Obama has made a good start by speaking to Rouhani, but there are plenty of pitfalls on the road to peace. By David Rohde