Policy
If China Is the No. 1 Threat, Why Doesn’t the 2022 Budget Reflect It?
The Middle East will continue to demand resources even as troops withdraw from Afghanistan.
Policy
For Now, ‘Over the Horizon’ Protection for Afghanistan Will Fly From Existing Hubs, Acting Air Force Secretary Says
Service wants $10 billion for South Asia and Middle East operations as Pentagon develops long-term plan for Afghanistan support.
Threats
US Could Close Kabul Embassy If Future Afghanistan Government Includes Taliban, Top General Says
CENTCOM's Gen. McKenzie says U.S. military will still be able to help interpreters and other Afghan helpers after departure.
Science & Tech
Can Rockets Deliver Supplies to War Zones? Space Force, Air Force Aim to Find Out
A research lab will see whether reusable boosters can deliver up to a C-17s’ worth of cargo to terrestrial destinations.
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Policy
Space Force Seeks $831.7M for Unfunded Priorities
Projects left out of 2022 budget would boost Cheyenne Mountain security, space-based cryptology.
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Threats
Austin Asks Top General For ‘Options’ to Evacuate Afghans
Operation would need authorization from White House, which is not yet “actively pursuing” the idea.
Policy
US Air Force Details Proposed Cuts to Planes, Flying Hours
2022 budget request would retire scores of fighters and tankers and cut thousands of flying hours to fund modernization.
Policy
US Space Force Seeks 2,020 Civilian Acquisition Staff in 2022
$17.4 billion request includes two GPS satellites, five launch vehicles.
Policy
US Planning to Evacuate Afghan Interpreters, Top US General Says
“There are plans being developed very, very rapidly here,” said Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley.
Threats
Peace with Russia, China ‘Fraying at the Edge,’ Milley Tells Graduating Cadets
New Air Force officers should work “to set the conditions for a future that prevents great power war,” Joint Chiefs chairman says.
Policy
US Air Force Will Cut Turkey from F-35 Production, Kendall Says
The service secretary nominee also signals he’s not in favor of reducing U.S. F-35 purchases.
Policy
Space Force’s First Battle Is With the US Army
The newest force is relying on Army and Navy transfers to grow. But giving up missions is not in the military’s DNA.
Science & Tech
The Air Force Is Planning For a Future Without the F-22
Just four fighters will make up the future fleet: F-35, F-16, F-15EX, and NGAD, chief says.
Science & Tech
Space Force Aims to Take on an Air Force Surveillance Mission
Ground Moving Target Indicator satellites would begin to replace decades-old aircraft as the newest service expands its mission set.
Policy
‘Hype’ Over Military Coup Fears Delayed Troops’ Jan. 6 Response, Miller To Tell Congress
In testimony, former Acting SecDef Christopher Miller will say he dismissed Trump’s warning that 10,000 troops should be ready for his rally in Washington, but blames the media and credits his own deliberations for slowing the military's response at the Capitol.
Policy
At House Hearing, Defense Appropriators Discuss Everything But the Budget
The Biden administration has yet to submit a 2022 budget request, limiting Congress’ ability to oversee defense spending.
Policy
Army Reorganizes Investigations Office After Fort Hood Review; Austin, Milley Signal More Changes
The service will remove harassment investigations from units, but keep them within the military ranks. Is that enough?
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