Pentagon nominee Esper, a former Raytheon lobbyist, must extend recusal, says Warren President Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary must “take additional steps” to wall himself off from his previous role as the top lobbyist for defense contractor Raytheon, according to Sen. Elizabeth Warren. 1 day ago
You say potato, I say Buttigieg: PODCAST Defense Nerds podcast for July 15, 2019: Pete Buttigieg, House NDAA debate, Mark Esper confirmation hearing preview. 1 day ago
House votes to curb Trump’s war powers, challenging Senate to act The House has passed legislation with limits on President Donald Trump’s ability to strike Iran without the consent of Congress. 4 days ago
Military budget showdown set as Democrats advance authorization bill over GOP objections The $733 billion military policy bill includes a host of progressive priorities, including limits on the nuclear weapons arsenal and new rules for transgender recruits. 4 days ago
Lawmakers question probe that cleared Hyten of sex assault allegations Gen. John Hyten's nomination seems at risk following accusations of sexual assault from a subordinate. 5 days ago
Esper’s defense secretary confirmation hearing planned for Tuesday Mark Esper is unlikely to face major pushback on Capitol Hill. 5 days ago
House Democratic leaders hopeful progressive wing won’t derail defense policy bill House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith says progressives have a path to vote for the chamber’s annual defense policy bill. 6 days ago
War powers debate teed up for defense policy bill The Democratic-controlled House is expected to vote this week on several measures to limit the president’s power to wage war on Iran and aid the Saudi war in Yemen. 6 days ago
Congress returns to budget stalemate Lawmakers returning to Washington, D.C., this week are in a race against the clock to reach a budget deal to ease statutory spending caps and avoid a government shutdown starting Oct. 1. July 8
Bombs bursting everywhere: PODCAST Defense Nerds podcast for July 1, 2019: Senate NDAA, Iran tensions, Democratic primary debate #1, July 4th controversies. July 1
‘The Chinese have already broken into my stuff’: Cyber espionage concerns Army acquisition three-star
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