Policy
Agencies should prep for mass layoffs if shutdown occurs, White House says
OMB is requesting updated reduction-in-force plans even if a shutdown is averted.
Policy
Senators question legality of strikes on alleged drug boats in Caribbean
The nominee to lead the Pentagon’s counterterror policy office declined to comment on the administration’s strategy.
Policy
US-UK tech partnership likely to be signed Thursday
The proposed deal would focus on chipmaking, quantum science, data center development, and more.
Policy
Trump sends National Guard troops into Memphis, citing crime
This first deployment of troops and federal officers to a city in a red state follows a similar action in Washington, D.C.
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Policy
ODNI expected to shrink counterintelligence, counterterror centers
The steps are the latest that several current and former officials say are leaving the U.S. more vulnerable.
Policy
‘The homeland is in the Pacific’
INDOPACOM commander says he's unconcerned about Washington's shift in attention.
Policy
‘Whole-of-nation’ effort needed to deter nation-state hackers, new White House cyber director says
The U.S. “must send a message this behavior is unacceptable” and will come at a cost, Sean Cairncross said.
Policy
Supreme Court is asked to allow White House to block $4B in foreign aid
A lower court held that the move deprives Congress of its constitutional power of the purse.
Ideas
A killing at sea marks America’s descent into lawless power
The peremptory strike on a speedboat is a warning to all who serve. Remember your oath.
Policy