Policy
The White House's Game Plan for Iraq: Run Out the Clock
The administration's messaging on its Iraq strategy has basically been: No ground troops—at least until 2016—so stop asking.
Threats
This Is How Little the US-Led Air War Against ISIS Has Achieved
The U.S.-led coalition has carried out nearly 3,800 airstrikes since August, but that's led to few gains for an Iraqi military that has a long way to go before it can hold territory.
Defense Systems
Army outfits mine-resistant vehicles with anti-rollover technology
The Army will soon begin integrating electronic stability control into Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles to prevent what has been a common problem.
Defense Systems
ISIS fallout: Satellite intel contract hits its ceiling 3 years early
DISA's contracting organization raises the ceiling on a $286.5 million deal for intelligence services while it makes plans to re-compete the contract.
Threats
How Not To Fix Airport Screening
A rush to add layers to airport security and screen more passengers will make the system less safe.
Policy
Senate Passes NSA Reform Bill
The USA Freedom Act, which will restore but reform the expired Patriot Act's spy authorities, earned final passage Tuesday and will be sent to the president.
Policy
House Appropriations Committee: Congress Must Consider Authorizing War Against ISIS
In a surprise move, the House panel that sets defense spending declared that lawmakers must debate whether to allow President Obama to use military force against the terrorist group.
Policy
Is Egypt Stable? Is That Even The Right Question?
Whether or not Egypt’s new political order will exist from 12 months to five years from now hinges more on the durability of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi than any any temporary calm.
Defense Systems
The elements of a lighter, faster command post of the future
The Army is adapting commercial technologies to make its deployed communications hubs easier to ship, set up, tear down and use.
Defense Systems
Mabus says delays are hurting UCLASS development
Navy Secretary Ray Mabus voiced some frustration over the delays in the Unmanned Carrier-Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike program, which Congress wants to focus more on strike capabilities.
Defense Systems
Army kicks in retention bonuses for cyber warriors
The bonuses, ranging from $7,900 to $50,400, are another step toward establishing a career management field for cyber, the Army says.
Policy
Lindsey Graham’s Long National-Security Resume Won’t Get Him to the White House
In a GOP field full of hawks, it’s tough to establish yourself as a national security standout — even for the South Carolina senator and Air Force lawyer.
Policy
GOP View Rand Paul as National Security Distraction in March to 2016
The presidential hopeful got what he wanted—expiration of the Patriot Act—but he alienated a lot of people along the way.
Threats
Here's What Happens To Spying With the Patriot Act Now Expired
Some key authorities may be dead for now, but the intelligence community has a number of weapons and workarounds still available.
Defense Systems
Can you trust a 3D printed jet wing?
A new DARPA program looks at additive manufacturing from the inside out in order to establish reliable, repeatable processes.
Business
3 Women Get Another Try At Ranger School — But More Could Soon Follow
The other five women who remained were dropped entirely, while 195 more soldiers — all men — moved on to the mountain phase. But the Army chief says future Ranger classes are likely to include women.
Science & Tech