Threats

Armed Militias Won’t Stop After Charlottesville, and That Worries Law Enforcement

The presence of armed, right-wing militia at political events is becoming more common.

Ideas

Rename US Army Bases for Heroes, not Confederates

Our soldiers should walk through gates that honor those who fought for the United States, not against it.

Defense Systems

P-8A software upgrade will increase communication, connectivity

The P-8A Poseidon will receive a software revamp as it approaches full operational capacity.

Ideas

Why Military Chiefs Are Condemning White Supremacy

The U.S. armed forces have had troubles with extremists enlisting in the past, and they don’t want it to happen again.

Science & Tech

State Department Has No Idea What It Costs to Give Security Clearances

Despite orders from Congress last year, Foggy Bottom can't say what clearances cost or how long they take.

Threats

Why North Korea Walked Back Its Threat on Guam

Signs of a conflict with the U.S. may have been overblown.

Defense Systems

Air Force CISO says innovation key to future cyber defense

According to senior Air Force officials, airmen are encouraged to take an innovative approach to cyber defense.

Threats

How US Military Leaders Are Reacting to Charlottesville

While the president wavers in his criticism of white nationalist protesters, military leaders are speaking out against racism and intolerance in America’s ranks.

Science & Tech

US Tech Firms Race to Hire Israeli Army Engineers

New offices and nonstop flights from Silicon Valley to Tel Aviv illustrate a talent rush for prized former military specialists.

Defense Systems

Select soldiers can now apply to become cyber experts

The Army is creating cyber soldiers, combining military, agency, and commercial training.

Policy

Defense Contractors Begin Early Shutdown Preparations

Private firms are already ahead of the government in their planning, experts say.

Threats

With Terrorism Worsening, Africa's Sahel Countries Need More Than Another Military Coalition

Four and a half years after losing control of northern Mali, jihadists are not only back — they appear to be spreading.

Ideas

It’s Getting Too Easy to Create Dangerous Viruses

The upcoming national biodefense strategy should ensure that scientific journals don’t help terrorists learn how.

Ideas

Turkey’s Potemkin Defense Industry

Why does President Erdogan want the appearance of a self-sufficient defense industry more than the actual existence of one?