Threats

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.”

Threats

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.

Threats

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.

Threats

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.

Threats

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.

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.