Business
Hagel Orders a Review of the Nuclear Force
The decision follows a string of incidents that have raised questions abut morale and security. By Jordain Carney
Business
9 Ways Congress Wants to Reverse Cuts to Military Benefits
Congress may have restored some cuts to medically retired veterans, but the ax is still falling on $6 billion in military benefits. Here are some of the proposals to try to avoid that. By Jordain Carney
Business
Drug Probe Leads to Cheating Scandal at Air Force Nuclear Missile Base
The Air Force is investigating 34 officers in a massive cheating scandal at a nuclear missile base in Montana. By Jordain Carney
Policy
U.S. Increases Humanitarian Aid for Syria
The latest round of funding brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance for the Syrian conflict to more than $1.7 billion. By Jordain Carney
Threats
Congress: Terrorists Changing Tactics Because of NSA Leaks
A classified report to Congress reveals that terrorists are changing their patterns based on information from Edward Snowden's leaks. By Jordain Carney
Threats
Poll: Cyber Attacks Biggest Threat to National Security
60 percent of respondents also say that the Army's budget should be cut as money becomes more scarce. By Jordain Carney
Policy
The 600 Doomed Defense Bills of 2013
Believe it not, members of Congress introduced 600 defense-related bills last year. More than two-thirds went absolutely nowhere. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Assad Could Stay in Power After End of Syria’s Civil War
Officials are afraid that toppling the authoritarian could lead to a takeover by al-Qaeda backed Islamists. By Jordain Carney
Business
White House Refuses to Split NSA, CYBERCOM
The Obama administration decided to keep the spy agency head dual-hatted by a military commander. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Republican Senators Split Over Military Retiree COLA Cuts
Several key lawmakers want to halt the COLA adjustment to protect military retirees. By Jordain Carney
Business
Senate Confirms New Air Force Secretary
Deborah Lee James is the service's second female secretary, and brings years of industry experience to the job. By Jordain Carney
Business
Hagel Backs Budget Deal
The agreement doesn't solve all of the Pentagon's budget woes, but the defense secretary says it helps address readiness and procurement challenges. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Gillibrand’s Sexual Assault Bill Facing Long Odds
A tight congressional calendar and continued opposition from lawmakers does not bode well for the measure. By Jordain Carney
Threats
U.S. Suspending Nonlethal Aid to Northern Syria
After Islamic Front fighters take over rebel bases, U.S. pauses aid shipments. By Jordain Carney
Threats
U.S. Military Intervenes With Airlifts In Central African Republic
Airlifts are intended to avert a "humanitarian" crisis in the tiny, landlocked country. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Iranian Foreign Minister: More Sanctions Would Kill Nuke Deal
Javad Zarif's statement comes right before Secretary of State John Kerry is due to testify before members of Congress who want additional sanctions with the interim agreement. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Despite Ongoing Talks, Reid Plans Iran Sanction Vote Next Month
While negotiations continue in Geneva, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says he will hold a vote on tightening Iran sanctions after the Thanksgiving recess. By Jordain Carney
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