Ideas
When Civilian Protest Is Labeled 'Urban Warfare'
When state officials say they face "a sophisticated network of urban warfare,” they're looking through the lens of a militarized police force.
Ideas
It’s Time to Listen to the Doomsday Planners
Another pandemic, or a terrorist attack, could cripple an unprepared executive branch.
Ideas
To Boost NATO’s Presence in the Black Sea, Get Creative
Alliance fleets aren't getting bigger to match Moscow's moves in the region, so it's time to think differently.
Policy
On Chaotic Day, Trump Vows To ‘Eliminate’ Hong Kong’s Special Status
The move is intended to dissuade China. Some analysts believe it will do the opposite.
Science & Tech
The Intelligence Community Wants New COVID-19 Tracking Tools
A call has gone out for contactless testing, contact tracing without smartphones, mutation mapping, and more.
Science & Tech
New Air-Ops Software to Get 5G Test Outside Las Vegas
The Air Force will build a 5G network at Nellis AFB, the latest U.S. base to host experiments with the next-gen comms gear.
Ideas
Trump Wants to Leave Afghanistan Before Election Day? Hold Him to It
None of the arguments for delaying the inevitable make sense.
Threats
New Spy Chief Takes Reins Amid a Work Environment Reshaped by Coronavirus
Telework, staggered schedules, and new technology are some of the ways intelligence officials are keeping themselves and the information they gather safe.
Ideas
Our National Security Requires a Stronger Nuclear-Energy Industry
The Energy Department’s new strategy lays out what needs to be done.
Science & Tech
Trump’s Social-Media Order Is a Gift to Disinformation Bots, Experts Say
But much of the order may be legally unenforceable.
Business
House Coronavirus Relief Bill Would Send Billions to Defense Companies
A section of the proposed HEROES Act would cover executive compensation and other perks for defense and intel contractors, mirroring wording offered by an industry group.
Ideas
Why South Carolina Is an American Model for Coronavirus Response
As other states reopen, Dr. Fauci said he'd like to clone what they're doing in the Palmetto State.
Threats
China Escalates the Pandemic Propaganda War
As its global image takes a big hit, China is using an arsenal of spin, obfuscation, hyperbole, and outright disinformation to win back its reputation.
Science & Tech
How COVID-19 Kicked a USAF Software Team Into High Gear
The programming group that makes tools for the Air Force's developers is now posting about 10 upgrades per day.
Defense Systems
Pentagon readies reopening plan
The Defense Department is planning to shift from pandemic footing to more normal operations, and is using White House issued criteria on declines in reported symptoms, declines in new cases and hospital access to determine when restrictions will be lifted.
Ideas
A Foreign General Is Helping to Lead US Army Europe. Other Commands Should Take Heed
The German military sends its best to serve as an American general’s chief of staff, to everyone’s benefit.
Science & Tech