Congress
Petraeus Trashes Biden Decision to Quit Afghanistan
Pulling out now is an “unforced error,” the former commander of U.S. troops in Afghanistan said. Other former war leaders say the threat can be managed.
HASC Chair: White House Is Slow-Rolling Defense Budget Details
“Get us the numbers before May 10,” Rep. Adam Smith said Tuesday.
Beware ‘Just Say China’ Politics
Republicans screamed for more spending to counter China. Democrats are claiming their infrastructure bill does just that. It’s a dangerous game.
War is Changing. So Should the Pentagon’s Budget
Beyond aircraft carriers, missiles, and riflemen, the next wars will be fought with data, digital platforms, and networks.
The GOP’s Fake Controversy Over Colin Kahl Is Just the Beginning
Senate Armed Services Committee Republicans who call Biden’s Pentagon-policy pick too political are fooling nobody.
Lawmakers Slam Army CID Chief One Year after Spc. Guillen’s Death
A hearing saw bipartisan disappointment in apparent lack of reform.
The Pentagon Can’t Spend China Into Submission, But Alliances Can Deter It, House Dems Say
The second hearing in as many days for the INDOPACOM commander turns toward alliance-building.
GOP Lawmakers Push Chinese Threat at Indo-Pacific Commander’s Hearing
Adm. Davidson called China the “greatest long-term strategic threat of the 21st century.”
It’s Time for a Cybersecurity Quid Pro Quo
Require companies to disclose breaches to the government in exchange for legal liability limitations.
Esper, McMaster, Panetta Endorse 9/11-Style Commission to Investigate Jan. 6 Insurrection
“We need to have serious people, independent people take a look at this,” Trump’s final confirmed defense secretary said.
Tie US Arms Exports to Values, Pentagon Policy Chief Nominee Says
Colin Kahl says sales to Saudi Arabia may change under Biden administration.
Biden Nominee For Top Policy Post Grilled On Iran, Tweets
"I really believe that the controversy over your nomination is essentially a proxy war” for the Iran nuclear deal, said Sen. Kaine.
D.C. Guard Commander Says ‘Unusual’ Restrictions Prevented Swift Response To Capitol Riot
“I believe that number could have made a difference,” he said.
Trump Is Gone, but Democracy Is in Trouble
A new report reveals that democratic governments are in retreat around the globe.
A Solid Plan to Compete with China in Artificial Intelligence
The NSCAI’s new report should also be taken as the first plank in a national technology strategy.
Khashoggi Report Blames MBS; Biden Skips Sanctions For Crown Prince
Punishing MBS would put the United States in a “hostile” position with Riyadh, an administration official told reporters.
Featured eBooks
