Science & Tech

US military used new 'non-kinetic' cell to guide cyber ops during Maduro capture

The unit is part of a broader push to better integrate cyber, EW, and other non-destructive effects into missions, leaders told lawmakers on Wednesday.

Business

Northrop CEO: deal to accelerate B-21 production could arrive in months

Last year’s government shutdown delayed negotiations between the company and service. Another is looming.

Policy

Sen. Kelly’s lawyers say Pentagon is attempting to violate his constitutional rights

In a court filing, they say that DOJ erred in asserting that retired military officers can be punished for speaking out against DOD policies.

Policy

Congress hurtles toward partial shutdown after Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis

Senate Democrats want new limits on federal agents in a compromise bill to fund the Defense Department before Friday's deadline.

Business

Navy shipbuilding stands to get $27 billion in funding in 2026

Compromise spending bill reflects a $6.5 billion increase over the president’s budget request for shipbuilding—and corrects One Big Beautiful Bill accounting miscalculations.

Policy

Where’s all that Golden Dome money going? Lawmakers want to know

Appropriations bill would give Pentagon two months to detail its spending on the sprawling missile-defense program.

Policy

Navy’s future fighter jet program revived in new funding bills

Appropriators bucked plans by the Navy, Pentagon, and the White House to freeze F/A-XX.

Policy

Shutdown odds plummet after House and Senate strike bipartisan deal on 2026 funding bills

If the full Congress approves, the Defense Department would get $838.7 billion, a sub-1% increase.

Ideas

Ukraine’s future may turn on upcoming votes in Congress

As lawmakers sprint to fund the U.S. government, America’s support for Kyiv hangs in the balance—and could determine how the conflict ends.

Policy

Rudd defends qualifications to lead NSA, Cyber Command at confirmation hearing

INDOPACOM's deputy commander stopped short of endorsing policy proposals for more aggressive cyber responses to China and other foreign adversaries.