Business
The Pentagon's Military Strategy Barely Mentions Russia
Moscow’s recent invasion of Ukrainian territory could change the Pentagon’s priorities. By Sara Sorcher
Business
This Is Obama’s $26B ‘Wish List’ for the Pentagon
President Obama wants to create a special $58 billion fund to offset budget cuts. About half of that would go to the Pentagon. By Stephanie Gaskell
Business
Pentagon’s QDR Proclaims Military Ready To Do It All
The Pentagon's strategic plan assures Congress the U.S. military still will defeat anyone, anytime, anywhere – just for far less money. By Kevin Baron
Business
Obama Requests ‘Smaller’ $500 Billion Defense Budget
President Obama’s fiscal 2015 budget request, released on Tuesday, vows to field a smaller military and still protect the nation by projecting a global force. By Stephanie Gaskell and Kevin Baron
Threats
Pentagon Suspends U.S.-Russian Military Exercises
The Defense Department has halted all military-to-military exercises with Russia in response to the invasion of Crimea in eastern Ukraine. By Stephanie Gaskell
Business
The Pentagon's Plan to Fight Sequestration: Speak English
A top official says too much 'Pentagon speak' is hurting their efforts to communicate their message clearly. By Sara Sorcher
Business
Here’s What the Pentagon Will Cut If Sequestration Happens Again in 2016
The Pentagon is gambling with Congress again over what another round of sequestration will cost the military – and this time, DOD’s threat is a bit more believable. By Stephanie Gaskell
Policy
McCain Blocks Top Pentagon Civilian Picks
The key Republican flexed his legislative muscle, calling answers from Bob Work and Christine Wormuth 'nonsensical.' By Sara Sorcher
Policy
Meet the New Guard at the Pentagon
The Senate Armed Services Committee is considering the nominations of several top posts at the Pentagon. Here’s a look at who are they are. By Stephanie Gaskell
Business
Top Pentagon Official Says the Military 'Cried Wolf' Over Sequestration
The Pentagon is working on changing its message in the wake of new budget cuts. By Jordain Carney
Threats
Is the CIA Better Than the Military at Drone Killings?
The White House is supposed to be handing the program over to the Pentagon. Here's why they're dragging their feet. By Michael Hirsh
Business
Pentagon Budget Protects Nuclear Triad
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel did not rule out future spending reductions for the nation's nuclear triad. By Elaine M. Grossman
Business
Drones Are Finally Driving the U-2 Spy Plane Out of Business
The U.S. military is becoming more digital, specialized and automated. By Tim Fernholz
Business
Pentagon’s Post-War Budget Marks End of War Era
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel previews the first budget in 13 years for a military no longer on a ‘war footing.’ By Stephanie Gaskell
Ideas
The Pentagon Is Picking an Unnecessary Fight With Congress
The Defense Department needs to downsize and streamline, but President Obama’s sassy spending request only will make it harder to achieve some good. By James Joyner
Business
The Winners and Losers in Obama's Defense Spending Request
Here's what makes the cut, according to Secretary Hagel’s budget request preview. By Sara Sorcher and Jordain Carney
Business
Obama Offers Troops 1 Percent Raise, Freezes Top Brass Pay
Chuck Hagel announced on Monday that general and flag officer pay will be frozen next year, as the Pentagon looks for savings. By Eric Katz
Business
What's on the Chopping Block—and What's Safe—in the Pentagon's Shrinking Budget?
Here's a look at what might get cut, and what might make the cut. By Sara Sorcher
Business
Hagel Orders a Shakeup of the Pentagon’s MIA Recoveries
After revelations of mismanagement, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel gives the military 30 days to clean up its MIA command. By Kevin Baron
Business