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Russia is pushing election-fraud lies in swing states, US intelligence community says
The effort aims to “undermine public confidence in the integrity of U.S. elections and stoke divisions among Americans.”
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Hundreds of National Guard troops are activated or on standby ahead of Election Day
States are preparing for all possibilities as U.S. intelligence agencies warn of potential civil unrest.
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How a Kremlin-linked group is trying to sway American votes
In recent months, pro-Russian groups switched from posting fake stories about Ukraine to targeting the Harris campaign, researchers say.
Policy
Federal agencies are ready for the transition. Trump hasn't done his part.
The GOP candidate's team hasn't listed staffers to receive clearances, produced an ethics pledge, or fulfilled other elements of the process intended to produce a secure and timely switch of administrations.
Science & Tech
Air Force hedges on next-gen tanker plans
Plans for USAF future aircraft programs look too pricey, service secretary says.
Business
Defense officials to talk acquisition, business priorities Nov. 13
Discussion will focus on priorities across each military branch.
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Russia produced fake video of immigrant election fraud in Georgia, officials say
CISA is “very concerned” about the ways foreign adversaries might ramp up their efforts during the election certification period, one official said.
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Defense One Radio, Ep. 165: Mark Montgomery’s insights from Ukraine
A retired U.S. admiral shares what he learned from a recent trip to the wartorn country.
Business
New solid-rocket maker aims to start production next year
Ursa Major says 3D printing will help deliver missile motors more quickly and cheaply than today’s players.
Threats
‘Every single American’ a target of election interference, former DHS official says
Adversaries have heavily accelerated efforts to sway the outcome of next week’s presidential election.
Science & Tech
US-made jam-resistant drones helped Ukrainians cut through Russia EW
Shield AI’s V-BATs are giving Kyiv new range, capabilities.
Threats
That F-35 that flew on after the pilot ejected? 'Pilot error' blamed
But investigators also noted multiple “aircraft electrical and display malfunctions” ahead of the crash.
Policy
Military services upping recruiting goals after rebound in 2024
Recruitment numbers are looking better after more recruiters are getting into communities.
Defense Systems
Maxar’s working on a 3D-mapping tool to replace GPS
The plan is to test and have it ready for use next year, officials said.
Threats
Russia could transfer missile tech to North Korea, ‘escalating’ threats, South Korea warns
Washington, Seoul launch cooperation efforts to meet new, shared missile threats.
Defense Systems