Policy

‘Not One Time’: Milley Says Joint Chiefs Did Not Violate Oath in Handling Trump

Chairman doesn’t deny that he and other chiefs mulled resigning if given an illegal order.

  • Tara Copp
Policy

US Navy’s Shipbuilding Plan Doesn’t Meet Congress’ Needs, Lawmakers Say

The past few have come with a “check-the-box mentality,” Rep. Wittman said.

  • Caitlin M. Kenney
Policy

Transfers Alone Won’t Close Guantanamo Bay

Legal experts say the Biden administration must fix the sluggish trial process to actually close the military prison.

  • Jacqueline Feldscher
Policy

First Wave of Afghan Interpreters Head to Fort Lee

Arriving families will stay for the moment in barracks or other housing; the State Department will pick up their food and medical costs.

  • Tara Copp and Jacqueline Feldscher
Policy

Biden Goes After China’s Cyber Attackers

U.S. and allies blame China’s government, announce new measures to fight a massive cyber criminal ring akin to Russia’s, but threaten no sanctions yet.

  • Patrick Tucker
Policy

Republicans Try New Bill to Repay National Guard for Post-Riot Protection, Minus a Rapid Response Force

No House GOPers voted for a May bill that would have reimbursed the Guard more than a half billion dollars.

  • Tara Copp
Policy

The Army Brief: Proof of vaccination; Vehicle accidents; Undersecretary nom; and more

  • Caitlin M. Kenney
Exclusive Policy

National Guard Scrambles for Funds After Congress Refuses to Cover Jan. 6-Related Costs

More than a half billion dollars in the hole, the Guard’s chief has ordered the heads of the Army and Air Guards to claw back money from state units.

  • Tara Copp
Policy

Officials Deny American Troops Are Pulling Out Of Iraq as Strategic Talks Near

Biden will likely discuss the future of the American troop presence in Iraq when the prime minister visits Washington this month.

  • Tara Copp and Jacqueline Feldscher
Policy

The Naval Brief: Del Toro hearing; shipbuilder layoffs; carrier retrofit; and more...

  • Caitlin M. Kenney
Policy

SecDef Teases New Deterrence Strategy, Vows Billions More for AI

In pursuit of "integrated deterrence," Lloyd Austin committed $1.5 billion over five years to the Pentagon’s artificial intelligence hub.

  • Mila Jasper
Policy

A US-German ‘Window of Opportunity’ Is Closing, Experts Warn

If Biden is to persuade Germany — and NATO's European allies — to take a more aggressive stance toward China, he may have to do it before Angela Merkel steps down.

  • Jacqueline Feldscher
Policy

Biden Nominee for Pentagon’s Top Weapons Buyer Withdraws

Michael Brown to remain at DIU for now, Pentagon says.

  • Tara Copp
Policy

British Defense Secretary Vows to Fix Tank that Deafens Troops

Wallace is to meet with the CEO of General Dynamics, maker of the Ajax light tank.

  • Marcus Weisgerber
Science & Tech

Sullivan: Data Privacy Key To AI Race Against China

New privacy-protecting technologies will enable democracies to work together to win the AI race against China, says Biden’s national security advisor.

  • Patrick Tucker
Policy

The Air & Space Brief: China rocket falls, F-16s go 3D, INDOPAC’s China concern, and more...

  • Tara Copp
Science & Tech

Biden Urges Putin to Give up Russian Ransomware Gangsters, Threatens Unspecified 'Consequences'

The President is talking tougher on Russian criminal cyber gangs, but still isn’t naming specific penalties.

  • Patrick Tucker
Policy

The Army Brief: Afghanistan’s future; drone swarm; telemedicine training; and more

  • Caitlin M. Kenney
Policy

Afghans Own Whatever Comes Next, Biden Says

Rejecting critics, President Joe Biden said the United States isn’t responsible for Taliban gains, civilian deaths, or worsening women’s rights after American troops leave.

  • Jacqueline Feldscher
Policy

Fighter Jets Leave Afghanistan as US Departs Bagram

Withdrawal from the mammoth base comes as officials continue to seek access elsewhere in the region.

  • Tara Copp and Jacqueline Feldscher
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