Policy
In ‘Irresponsible Act,’ China Trims Defense Communications with US
White House decries reduction in discussion channels at a time of rising tensions.
Policy
Senate Votes To Add Finland, Sweden to NATO
Twenty-three NATO members have now ratified the accessions. Seven still need to act.
Policy
Dems Using Burn-Pit Vote To Target GOP Opponents in Midterms
“They’re for wars…but they’re not for veterans,” a Marine Corps vet running for the Senate said.
Policy
House Republicans Skip Abortion Hearing With Military Doctors, Troops
Witnesses shared personal stories and pleaded for Congress to protect abortion access, saying it will only get worse after Dobbs.
Science & Tech
After ‘Critical’ CHIPS Act, More Needed To Build Domestic Production, Experts Say
Global economics and lack of factory workers are among the factors complicating efforts to bring chip manufacturing back to the United States.
Policy
Schumer ‘Committed’ To Vote On Finland, Sweden Joining NATO Before Recess, Aide Says
The resolution is expected to pass easily, but the timeline could be slowed by objections from a few senators.
Policy
The Army Is ‘Running a Tab’ of Equipment Sent to Ukraine
The service chief said he will ask Congress to replace “every round we send, every weapon system.”
Policy
Biden Picks Next Space Force Chief
If confirmed, the missileer and satellite operator would become the newest service’s second leader.
Policy
US Navy Fleet Plan Needs 3-5% Annual Budget Increases for the Next Two Decades
CNO’s Navigation Plan 2022 codifies fleet plans years in the making, but can it survive Congress?
Policy
Biden Is Arming Ukraine To ‘Play For a Tie,’ Some America-First GOPers Say
The view reveals disagreement even among Trump-following Republicans about how to respond to Russia’s invasion.
Policy
Too Many National-Security Workers Shun Mental-Health Care, Leaders Say
Government and industry leaders are trying to get the word out: seeking help won't kill your career.
Policy
SOCOM Nominee Sees China Fight As More Partner Building, Less Door Kicking
The SOCOM mission in the age of high-end conflict a lot less flashy than Zero Dark Thirty
Policy
VA Is 'Closely Watching' the Fate of Abortion Access as It Weighs Offering the Service
The leader of the largest hospital network in the country says he has the authority to change the department's policy.
Policy
Cyber Looms Large in House NDAA
From establishing the National Digital Reserve Corps to setting term limits at CISA, here’s what you need to know about the tech and cyber amendments currently featured in the House version of the FY2023 NDAA.
Policy
US Army Outlines Plan to Overcome ‘Most Challenging’ Recruiting Era Since 1973
The service has already shrunk below the reduced end-strength goal it set with its 2023 budget request.
Policy
Austria Becomes the National Guard’s Newest Security Partner in Europe
The Guard is expanding its presence overseas with new partners and lessons from Ukraine.
Policy
Fewer Military Families Would Recommend Uniformed Service, Survey Finds
The Military Family Advisory Network poll may have warning signs for recruiters.
Policy
Biden Defends Saudi Trip To ‘Reassert’ US Influence Amid Human Rights Criticism
“I’m meeting with nine other heads of state. It just happens to be in Saudi Arabia,” the president said.
Policy
Tampons and Tulips? Lawmakers Pitch 650 Amendments to Annual Defense Bill
Other proposed changes to the House defense authorization act would delay new ICBMs and hasten warship retirements.
Policy