Defense
If Obama wins presidency, Lieberman might be odd man out
Connecticut senator could lose chairmanship of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.
Defense
Officials weigh creating domestic intelligence agency
Analysts conclude that the option is just one of many that could be implemented to improve counterterrorism activities.
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TSA to take over air passenger screening program next year
The so-called Secure Flight program is expected to reduce the number of airline passengers incorrectly identified as being on terrorist watch lists.
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Panel: Private sector can control risks of cyberattack
Report suggests shifting control of corporate cyber infrastructures from IT departments to chief financial officers.
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HHS limits anthrax vaccine legal liability
Government and industry officials involved in the manufacture and distribution of vaccine would be protected from lawsuits.
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Government urged to improve information sharing before crises
Future security threats are likely to transcend intelligence requirements of counterterrorism operations.
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Expert says nuclear terrorism is not a major threat
The Rand Corp.'s Brian Michael Jenkins says fears of a nuclear attack are overblown.
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Officials worry about safety of financial data
Computer hackers could cause additional economic turmoil by spreading false information.
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Pentagon drops another troubled Army helicopter program
Decision will force the Army to keep its aging fleet of OH-58D Kiowa Warriors flying far longer than anticipated.
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New president will face major challenges at Defense
A shortage of Army officers and a dwindling industrial base are among challenges that will greet the next commander in chief.
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From Nextgov.com: Army is lax in overseeing issuance of contractor ID cards, IG finds
Contractor failed to conduct adequate background checks before giving employees access to sensitive computer systems and military facilities.
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From Nextgov.com: Lockheed hires former DISA director
Retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Charles Croom will work in the company’s information systems and global services practice.
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From Nextgov.com: Navy plans to ask for NGEN proposals by spring
The service prepares to hold two industry days to discuss the network that will connect users on shore and at sea.
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Surveillance powers unlikely to change with new president
There’s little reason to believe McCain or Obama would roll back the intelligence gathering authorities now in place.
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Senator urges suspension of Iraq publicity contracts
The United States should not be spending $300 million to “propagandize the Iraqi people,” especially given the financial crisis, Virginia Democrat says.
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Top officer says military should wean itself off supplementals
Defense should identify long-term needs that have been included in emergency spending bills and move them to the regular budget, Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman says.
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From Nextgov.com: Air Force to place cyber operations under Space Command
The service’s neglect of its nuclear mission led to the demise of a grand plan for a Cyber Command.
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From Nextgov.com: Air Force pursues Cyber Command again
Decision comes despite a Pentagon directive to give cyber responsibilities to STRATCOM.
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