Senate confirms Navy Secretary Kenneth BraithwaiteThe U.S. Senate confirmed a new Navy secretary, Kenneth “K.J.” Braithwaite, by voice vote on Thursday.By Joe Gould and Leo Shane III4 years ago
Amid Iran tensions, Democratic hopefuls joust over military plansThe seventh Democratic debate featured arguably the most national security debate of the campaign cycle thus far.By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould4 years ago
Key Republicans, Dems blast Trump’s surprise withdrawal from SyriaThe U.S. president has decided to withdraw his troops from northeastern Syria, essentially clearing the path for a Turkish military invasion of the region.By Joe Gould and Leo Shane III4 years ago
Defense spending bill hits border wall in SenateSenate Democrats blocked Republican plans to advance an appropriations package including $693 billion in defense spending.By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould4 years ago
Defense lawmakers set aggressive schedule for NDAALawmakers plan a sprint to pass the National Defense Authorization Act this month.By Joe Gould and Leo Shane III4 years ago
Congress mulls continuing resolution to keep government openLawmakers are looking at a short-term continuing resolution to buy time to pass spending bills.By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould4 years ago