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The Pentagon Just Requested $1.5 Trillion. The Fight Over Golden Dome’s Most Ambitious Layer Is Just Beginning.

The Pentagon has proposed a historic $1.5 trillion defense budget for FY2027, including $17.9 billion for the controversial Golden Dome program, aimed at developing space-based interceptors for missile defense. There are significant concerns regarding the cost, feasibility, and strategic implications of this initiative amid growing global adversary capabilities.

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The Bill for Losing Wars vs. The Bill for Winning One

Not all military losses are the same.

In Afghanistan, $7 billion in U.S.-funded equipment was left behind and absorbed into the طالبان’s arsenal. In Iraq, American-backed forces collapsed, handing ISIS a stockpile of weapons. And over Iran, aircraft were lost in combat—but every pilot was recovered, and nothing usable was left for the enemy.

Three conflicts. Three outcomes. Only one reflects control.

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Purple Hearts and the Modern Battlefield: Why Honoring Guardsmen Shot in D.C. Is the Right Call

The decision to award Purple Hearts to National Guard members ambushed in Washington, D.C. reflects a growing recognition that America’s battlefield no longer exists solely overseas — and that service and sacrifice in defense of the nation deserve honor wherever they occur.

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When Real Missions Trump Pageantry: The F-22s Pulled From the Super Bowl Flyover

This year’s Super Bowl flyover will not feature the F-22 Raptor due to operational demands, highlighting a shift in priorities within the Defense Department. Instead, a formation of other military aircraft will perform, emphasizing the importance of military readiness and real-world missions over ceremonial displays while showcasing interservice cooperation.

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Pentagon Opens Drone Defense Market—But Can Bureaucracy Keep Up With the Threat?

The Department of Defense has initiated Phase I of the Drone Defense Operational Model to evaluate counter-drone technologies. This competitive approach invites diverse vendors, aiming for rapid deployment of effective solutions amidst evolving drone threats. However, concerns about bureaucratic delays persist, highlighting the urgency for quick and adaptive defense strategies.

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Chinese-Linked Hackers Breach Congressional Email Systems, Exposing Persistent Cybersecurity Gaps

Chinese state-linked hackers, part of the Salt Typhoon campaign, breached the email systems of U.S. House committee staff, targeting national security and China policy areas. While Chinese officials denied involvement, the intrusion highlights vulnerabilities in congressional cybersecurity. This incident raises concerns about underinvestment in cybersecurity and outdated infrastructure, prompting calls for reform.

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Pentagon Moves Against Senator Mark Kelly Over Alleged Seditious Conduct

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has initiated action against retired Navy Captain Mark Kelly for alleged “reckless and seditious” conduct, citing public statements that undermine military discipline. Kelly faces potential retirement rank reduction and financial consequences. This case underscores the Pentagon’s stance on retired officers’ accountability and the importance of upholding military standards.

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When Promises Meet Principles: The IVF Fight Exposing a Fault Line for Military Families

The removal of fertility treatment coverage for military families from the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act has sparked controversy. While bipartisan support existed, concerns about ethically funding IVF led to its quiet omission. This situation reflects both budgetary constraints and the moral complexities surrounding embryo management in fertility treatments.

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Signalgate Isn’t About One Man — It’s About a Pentagon Still Fighting Tomorrow’s Wars With Yesterday’s Tools

The Pentagon Inspector General’s new reports on “Signalgate” reveal more than a lapse by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth—they expose a systemic communications failure inside the Department of Defense that risks U.S. readiness in modern conflict. Here’s why the scandal is bigger than one man.

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