Reduced funding slows MDA’s hypersonic interceptor development
The Missile Defense Agency's effort to field an NGI is also delayed by roughly 18 months or more, its director said.
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Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positions
In a memo dated Monday, Hegseth said the cuts will remove “redundant force structure to optimize and streamline leadership.”
US Forces Korea commander defends troop levels amid talk of cuts
About 28,500 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea, but the White House is considering changes to that military footprint.
Seeking reset, Hegseth affirms Panama’s sovereignty over canal
“We certainly respect the sovereignty of the Panamanians,” the U.S. defense secretary said before departing the country back to Washington.
Hegseth vows US will ‘take back’ Panama canal from Chinese influence
Panama's president has denied claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that America is literally retaking the canal.
Senate confirms Trump’s nominee for top Pentagon policy job
The vote for Elbridge Colby on Tuesday was 54-45, with Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky as the only Republican voting against him.
Top general recommends US maintain current troop levels in Europe
The commander's comments come amid concerns from Congress that the Pentagon is considering reducing the number of U.S. troops on the continent.
Hegseth opts for virtual attendance at Ukraine defense group meeting
Even joining via teleconference is better than passing altogether, multiple European officials said.
Trump promises $1 trillion in defense spending for next year
Trump's plan for a huge increase in defense spending next fiscal year would mean billions more for equipment and training.
Top US admiral at NATO removed amid Trump’s growing military firings
Vice Adm. Shoshana Chatfield represented the U.S. in NATO's Military Commission, the alliance's leading military board.
Hegseth to visit Panama as Trump says US is ‘reclaiming’ its canal
The Trump administration has discussed the Panama Canal as part of its goal to expand America's territory.
