Policy
A QDR for the VA?
A bill before the House Veterans Affairs Committee would require the Veterans Affairs Department to conduct a four-year review, but is more paperwork what the agency needs? By Stephanie Gaskell
Threats
Egypt’s Military Behaving Exactly as Hoped, Sort Of
Al-Sissi may be unpredictable, but take the long view: 30 years of U.S. military aid to Egypt is paying security dividends. By Kevin Baron
Threats
Forget the Troops, Can the Afghan Government Lead?
Sure, the Pentagon hypes Afghan forces taking the security lead, but there’s a “gigantic truth that we keep missing.” By Stephanie Gaskell
Policy
How the Snowden Leaks Are Leveling the Oversight Playing Field
More information on the intelligence network is being spread. By Philip Bump
Policy
The Drone That Wouldn't Die: How a Defense Contractor Bested the Pentagon
The Air Force was ready to drop the RQ-4B Block 30, but a Northrop Grumman lobbying campaign convinced Congress to resuscitate it. By Richard H.P. Sia and Alexander Cohen
Policy
Intel Wars: DIA, CIA and Flynn’s Battle to Consolidate Spying
The Defense Department wants in on the spying game. But will the CIA block their efforts? By Marc Ambinder
Ideas
The Next QDR Is the Last Chance for Sanity
The independent review panel could be a real opportunity for change.
Threats
An Afghan Game of Chicken
By conducting a public feud, Obama and Karzai are putting their gains at risk in Afghanistan. By Michael Hirsh
Policy
Who Could Replace Janet Napolitano at the Department of Homeland Security?
The former governor of Arizona is resigning as secretary on Friday to become the first woman to head the UC system.
Policy
Mark Lippert: Hagel's Right Hand Man
Hagel's chief of staff has had a long working relationship with key players in the administration. By Sara Sorcher
Policy
Americans Turn on Obama Over Foreign Policy
Once considered the president's strength, a new poll shows troubling signs.
Policy
Hagel Leading U.S. Talks with Egypt’s Military
The two defense leaders have a good rapport, according to report
Policy
The Afghanistan Negotiations Are Not Going Well
Talks to draw down the war effectively are being derailed
Policy
Why Egypt Needs New Elections as Soon as Possible
The best way to ease the country's bitter divisions is to choose a new leader through a transparent political process, not military rule.
Policy