Threats
STRATCOM nominee takes heat hours after Trump’s nuclear-test bombshell
In and around Vice Adm. Richard Correll’s confirmation hearing, senators criticized the president's new interest in testing.
Defense Systems
Air Force can hit ambitious 10-year fighter jet goal—but only with a blank check and a broader inventory
Buying 300 advanced aircraft by 2030 would require ideal conditions from Congress, industry.
Business
Meet the White House pick to conquer the ‘Valley of Death’
James Caggy, a former advisor for the Pentagon’s Strategic Capabilities Office, wants companies’ tech to match operational needs.
Threats
Air Force’s 10-year fighter jet report is missing key details, experts say
For example, the congressionally mandated report lacks tables for planned aircraft numbers.
Business
HASC members beg Boeing to negotiate end to ‘disruptive’ fighter-jet worker strike
17 lawmakers signed a letter published the same day as the company’s Q3 earnings call.
Policy
Senators challenge Hegseth’s bottleneck on communications with Congress
The Senate Armed Services chairman said new limits in a recent memo “may need to be clarified.”
Policy
End furloughs that have idled 80% of nuclear-security staff, lawmakers urge
Sidelining the National Nuclear Security Administration puts the country at risk, 27 U.S. representatives tell Energy Dept. leaders.
Policy
Will new inspectors general defy Trump if needed? Nominees won't say
Senate Democrats pressed the men who would replace fired IGs at the Defense Department and elsewhere.
Business
Government shutdown has paused discussions on accelerating B-21 bomber production
Northrop Grumman execs remain confident in hitting key milestones amid funding uncertainty.
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Policy
Why were CISA staff reassigned to border security, immigration? Lawmakers want answers
Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Va., argues DHS violated the Antideficiency Act when it transferred staff to agencies focused on border security and deportation work.
Policy
Get more F-35s in the air and don't break the bank, senators beg USAF chief nominee
Gen. Wilsbach declined to endorse the service’s ongoing reorganization to counter China.
Policy
‘Stop trying to control every step’ of shipbuilding, senator tells Navy
Focus less on requirements and more on outcomes, says Montana’s Sheehy, and the entire Pentagon might get on board.
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