The robots are coming: US Army experiments with human-machine warfareBut before it works, the service must break from antiquated acquisition processes that prevent rapid purchases and slow down deliveries to soldiers.By Jen Judson4 days ago
US testing Stryker-mounted lasers in Iraq amid Middle East drone boomLaser and microwave weapons are considered critical elements of layered defense, or having different countermeasures ready to thwart different threats.By Colin Demarest7 days ago
Some military activities could shut down this weekend amid budget rushIf Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend.By Leo Shane III and Karen Jowers7 days ago
Combatant commanders head to Capitol Hill to face budget questionsDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 18, 2024.By Leo Shane III11 days ago
Lawmakers push Pentagon for overdue data on tanker suicide rates Lawmakers are urging the Pentagon to comply with federal law so they can take action on systemic suicide risks.By Davis Winkie14 days ago
Lawmaker presses Army to explore permanent armor presence in EuropeRep. Don Bacon urged the Army to “give serious consideration” to basing armor units overseas after Army Times investigated suicides in tank units.By Davis Winkie2 weeks ago