Hegseth won’t rule out military actions against Greenland, Panama
The defense secretary dodged questions from lawmakers about possible Defense Department plans against the allied territories.
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Pentagon to review AUKUS submarine deal with Australia and Britain
Congressional Democrats condemned the review as casting doubt over the strength of America's alliances with Britain and Australia.
Key lawmakers flex new positions to bolster shipbuilding industry
Lawmakers representing major shipbuilding states have taken on new leadership roles in Congress — and they're looking to expand the industry's capacity.
House’s draft defense bill pressures Pentagon on Space Command HQ
An Alabama Republican now heads the House Armed Services Committee, which just released draft legislation freezing Space Command construction in Colorado.
Lockheed teams with New York chipmaker to onshore production
The Senate Majority Leader touted a partnership between Lockheed Martin and a chipmaker based in his state, hoping it will unlock funds from his Chips Act.
House committee boosts shipbuilding plans despite budget caps
A House defense policy bill would accelerate submarine and amphibious construction, though it's unclear where the money will come from amid budget caps.
House panel proposes expanded role for Pentagon’s top tech official
The draft fiscal 2024 defense policy bill would expand the role to focus more heavily on commercial technology integration.
Lawmakers seek clearer picture of nuclear command and control
A filter specifically for NC3 would help "aggregate and better track sustainment and modernization efforts," according to the draft language.
US Air Force would get A-10, F-15 retirements in draft policy bill
This would be the second year in a row in which Congress would allow the Air Force to retire A-10s, following years of disagreements.
Marines want $200M for powerful drone-killing machines
By fall 2024, Marine Corps low altitude air defense battalions will begin receiving a powerful new weapon.
Five urgent steps to prevent American military defeat in the Pacific
Wargaming and operational exercises show that long-range strike weapons are America’s most reliable tool to win a conflict with China.
