Congressman wants faster drone testing, fielding to fill inventory gapOne influential lawmaker is encouraging the U.S. military to accept more risk in pursuing unmanned systems.15 months ago
The Defense Department is finally getting workforce development rightTo ensure the success of budding workforce initiatives, we must avoid burdening them with well-intentioned but overreaching bureaucracy.16 months ago
Federal OversightSenator demands DEA boss explain no-bid contracts, hiresMilgram’s boosters inside and outside the agency have defended her actions as part of an ongoing effort to clean house.
US lawmakers unveil $1.7 trillion bill to avoid government shutdownMeasure includes another large round of aid to Ukraine and a nearly 10% boost in defense spending.21 months ago
Space imaging company Maxar agrees to $6.4 billion takeoverFollowing the transaction, Maxar will remain a U.S.-controlled and operated company.21 months ago
Ernst seeks to slow Pentagon transition to electric vehiclesRepublicans and Democrats duel over green non-tactical vehicles for the Defense Department in the National Defense Authorization Act.21 months ago
Kendall: Stopgap budget would delay 61 programs, hurt readinessWithout enough money to fund aircraft maintenance and aircrew flying hours, Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall said, readiness rates would decline.22 months ago
US will not allow China to ‘reshape its region,’ world order: AustinSome Republican House members have pressed for a final plan to be postponed until early next year, when they will have control of the chamber.22 months ago
Space Force must adapt to strengthen commercial ties, Raymond saysFormer Chief of Space Operations Jay Raymond, in his first public appearance since retiring, emphasized the importance of commercial partnerships.22 months ago
Senate confirms first inspector general for Pentagon in 7 yearsA growing chorus of Republicans have criticized U.S. military assistance for Ukraine, and many are calling for more oversight.22 months ago
Boeing revamps defense unit after setbacks including Air Force OneThe changes mark the first major moves to revamp Boeing Defense, Space and Security since Ted Colbert took over as its president and chief executive.22 months ago
Pentagon quietly downsizes US Special Operations fleet of gunshipsSOCOM tucked mentions of the change into its fiscal 2023 budget request.22 months ago
Small shipyards consolidate amid Navy program delays Though several ship programs more accessible to small yards are in the works, they won't go into production until 2025 or later.23 months ago