Putin’s Threats of Nuclear War Require Us to Increase our Defenses
Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine has proven that Putin seeks to rebuild the former Soviet empire by force and if he must kill tens of thousands or even hundreds of…
Our National Security Is on the Line, Buy American More Important Than Ever
As the world watches in horror as Vladimir Putin’s Russia bombs civilian sites like maternity hospitals in Ukraine in an unprovoked attack of raw conquest, sanctions have been imposed on…
Memorial Day: A Time for Heroes
I leaned against an oak at the side of the road, wishing I were invisible, keeping my distance from my parents on their lawn chairs and my younger siblings scampering…
Upgraded Heavy-Lift Capabilities Critical to Maintaining Military Superiority
A few years back, the Pentagon committed to an important upgrade of our military’s heavy-lift helicopter, the CH-47F Chinook. That was a smart decision as it kept costs under control…
Missile Defense: More Innovation, Not Less
In this highly divided era, it is worth noting that missile defense enjoys strong bipartisan support not only in the halls of Congress but also among the American people. The…
Missile Defense Too Important to Leave to Chance
The Pentagon is wisely examining future risks of missile attack and making plans to prevent them. These plans will take at least 10 years to develop — maybe even longer,…
Memorial Day – Moments to Remember
There are certain incidents, indelibly etched on the memory of the American people, that have done much to shape our national character. Some, like 9/11, are still fresh in our…
Navy Needs Leaders to Keep Eye to the Future
December 7 is a solemn day for the U.S. Navy and in our nation’s history. This year marked the 78th anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor, when our nation entered…
No, Putin does not love the Jones Act
It is typical for pundits to criticize the Jones Act claiming that it harms American consumers or benefits others — some even outlandishly claim it benefits Russian President Vladimir Putin. These…
Trump Should Take a Page from Reagan’s Playbook in North Korea Talks
By John Heubusch • The National Review President Trump made headlines last week by walking out of his Hanoi summit meeting with North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un. The move came…
Pentagon: Chinese Military Units Training With ASAT missiles China, Russia militarizing space to challenge U.S.
By Bill Gertz • Washington Free Beacon Chinese military forces have deployed multiple units armed with anti-satellite (ASAT) missiles that can destroy scores of American satellites, according to a Pentagon…
Air Force’s New KC-46 Pegasus Tanker Defends Nation, Protects Taxpayers
The U.S. Air Force just changed the game when it comes to global air mobility by signing off on first delivery for Boeing’s KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling tanker. The first…
Russian Military Spy Software is on Hundreds of Thousands of Home Routers
By Patrick Tucker • Defense One LAS VEGAS — The Russian military is inside hundreds of thousands of routers owned by Americans and others around the world, a top U.S.…
Pence Welcomes Home Remains of American Soldiers From Korean War: ‘These Heroes Were Never Forgotten’
By Conor Beck • Washington Free Beacon Vice President Mike Pence spoke at the carry ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii Wednesday night to mark the arrival of…
Next Gen Air Force Jet Trainer Must Be American Designed and Made
The U.S. Air Force is closing in on awarding a contract for its new two-seat jet trainer. The average age of the existing trainer fleet is more than 50 years…