Policy
The New Era in US-Afghanistan Relations
This week's visit of Ashraf Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah marks the start of a reset in the Obama administration's policy towards Afghanistan.
Business
New House Armed Services Chairman Flexes Muscles for Pentagon Buyers
House Armed Services Chairman Mac Thornberry flexes his new muscles in attempt to give Pentagon program managers breathing room.
Policy
How the White House and Congress Plan To Boost Defense: Ignore Sequestration
Washington is really planning to avoid dealing with the budget caps, and boost defense spending anyway.
Ideas
Congress Must Match the Money to the Navy's Strategy
How the nation’s strong naval ambition may be undermined by Congress’ weak resourcing.
Defense Systems
DOD report shows decline in the military's spending portfolio
Major programs saw a collective reduction in spending of $9.1 million, or 0.6 percent, over the past year, DOD's SAR reports show. GAO says DOD’s acquisition portfolio is the lowest it's been in 10 years.
Defense Systems
SpaceX, ULA spar over military sat launch competition
The Air Force launch rivals talk cost and capabilities during a House Armed Services Committee hearing on assured access to space.
Defense Systems
DISA awards $74M task order for Acropolis cyber program
Northrop Grumman wins contract to provide cyber and sensor support for DOD's global networks.
Defense Systems
Pentagon launches next phase of spectrum-sharing program
DARPA researchers are looking for ways to more efficiently use radar and communications systems in order to reduce congestion.
Ideas
The Pentagon Says 2014 Was the 'Most Complex Year Since 1968'
It's not just the nature of the issues that its working with - it's the volume.
Business
Here's Why the NSA Won't Need Congress' Permission To Continue Spying
A passage buried in a recently declassified FISA court document paves the way for the NSA's bulk collection of U.S. phone data to continue beyond its June 1 expiration.
Policy
Your Opinion About the Iran Deal Means Nothing to Obama
The White House doesn't seem to care Americans aren't convinced that Obama's Iran deal will work -- but what about key Democrats?
Business
Pentagon: The Costs of Major Weapon Systems Are Finally Coming Down
More than four years since Ashton Carter took on reforming Pentagon acquisition, the cost of the largest arms projects is beginning to stabilize, defense officials say.
Ideas
Lawmakers Should Listen to the Budget Hawks, Not the Defense Hawks
There are plenty of ways the Pentagon could spend its money more efficiently.
Threats
The Pentagon’s Top Intelligence Chief Is Out
Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence Michael Vickers announced his retirement from service by the end of April.
Defense Systems
Army PEO-EIS and the elements of modernization
The office’s project director for enterprise services discusses priority projects in an age of budget constraints.
Defense Systems
ONR generates a 3D simulator for submarine training
The Office of Naval Research has developed a 3D model to train sailors in back-up generator repair aboard the Virginia-class submarine.
Defense Systems
Army set to shut down AKO email
Mailboxes on classified and unclassified networks will be closed March 31 as DOD Enterprise Email completes its takeover.
Defense Systems