Science & Tech
White House Launches Effort to Examine Policy Choices for Shooting Down UFOs
NORTHCOM has changed radar settings to get “better fidelity on seeing slower objects,” general says.
Ideas
When Lippy Generals Challenge Civilian Control
Was Air Force Gen. Minihan’s memo dangerous or just dumb?
Ideas
China Just Exposed the GOP’s Real Target: Biden
Less than a month into the new Congress, hopes for the return of adults-in-the-room Republicans atop national-security committees have popped like a balloon.
Ideas
What Tanks in Ukraine Tell Us About America in the Pacific
U.S. hopes that Europe can take care of itself appear to be farfetched.
Policy
Over-Classification Undermines Democracy, US Intelligence Director Says
The investigations into handling of sensitive documents by former presidents and vice presidents have brought problems with the classification system back into the spotlight.
Policy
Left in Limbo, a Handful of Biden’s Defense Picks Await Senate Action
Four nominees—all people of color—received committee approval months ago but have yet to get a Senate vote.
Policy
US Army Readies Ukraine Abrams Tank Options For Policymakers
Logistical details must be hashed out in the wake of Biden’s pledge.
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Policy
US to Send 31 M1 Abrams Tanks to Ukraine
They will join “hundreds” more armored vehicles arriving amid concerns about an anticipated Russian offensive.
Policy
US Should Lower Barriers to Foreign Tech Talent, Experts Say
Efforts to prevent espionage are harming the country more than they’re helping—and the same is true of China, they say.
Policy
Bradleys, Self-Propelled Howitzers Head to Ukraine as More Difficult Fight in the South Awaits
The biggest U.S. aid package yet reflects new realities on the ground.
Policy
Zelenskyy to America: Our Fight Is Your Fight
“Your money is not charity," the Ukrainian president said, but "an investment in the global security and democracy that we handle in the most responsible way.”
Ideas
Defense One Radio, Ep. 114: Germany’s uneasy year ahead + 2023 preview with BAE’s Tom Arseneault
We review the year that was and preview what might lie ahead for the U.S., Europe, and the wider global defense industry.
Business
Aerojet Rocketdyne Has a New Suitor. Will the Biden Administration Approve?
L3Harris Technologies has entered a $4.7 billion deal to acquire the rocket manufacturer.
Policy