Department of Defense

Even before Tuesday, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin had, to quote Ricky Ricardo, some ’splainin to do. Austin, as you will no doubt recall, was AWOL from his position for ...

“But neither will we shrink from the task of defending ourselves, our interests, our partners, or the free flow of international commerce.”

Here's another story about the Biden administration's priorities that will send you looking for a wall to bang your head on. As the drumbeats of a potential world war can ...

An unknown number of terrorists were killed in Iraq Tuesday after they fired on U.S. troops in the western portion of the country and were met with return fire by ...

America inched deeper into the Middle East conflict on Wednesday as the U.S. carried out an airstrike on a site in eastern Syria. In a statement, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ...

"In Washington, the same game is played year after year"

"Today it’s vital we assess the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of the Department of Defense’s financial practices."

Austin also said he looked forward to "refurbishing alliances."

"Right now, we just aren't getting all the information that we need from the outgoing administration in key national security areas."

"We were concerned to learn this week about an abrupt halt in the already limited cooperation there."

"It makes our country more secure, and it supports our troops who defend it."

In announcing his pick in Wilmington, Delaware, Biden called Austin "the right person for this job at the right moment.”

But the further reshuffling at the Pentagon is raising concern among Democrats about whether U.S. national security policy may become unsettled as Republican Trump exits office.

"Using a mobile device—even powering it on—exposes location data."

"We will further improve the morale, cohesion, and readiness of the force in defense of our great Nation."

Esper unveiled three new initiatives geared toward a "reinvigorated effort" to expand racial diversity and equal opportunities in the U.S. Military.

When asked if he thought the top generals' statements were significant, Trump said, "No."

Esper offered a different perspective of the series of events that unfolded.

Miller is urging Esper to deeply consider where he will "draw the line."

“DLA is currently responding to FEMA's prudent planning efforts for 100,000 pouches."