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abcnews.go.comai3 days ago
Defense Department reports AI tool use rose to 1.5 million personnel since December 2025
The U.S. Department of Defense said 1.5 million personnel now use commercial AI tools, up from 80,000 in December 2025. Adoption remains below 50 percent of the agency's 3.5 million employees.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukpolitics4 days ago
President Trump Says U.S. May Recover Equipment Left in Afghanistan
President Trump stated at the G7 Summit that the United States may retrieve military equipment abandoned during the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. The equipment was valued at roughly $7 billion by the Department of Defense in 2022.
Responsible Statecraftpolitics9 days ago
Democratic lawmakers introduce bill to review private equity defense investments
Legislation would require the Department of Defense to examine private equity acquisitions of defense contractors and assess financial stability before and after such deals.
pbs.orgpolitics10 days ago
Pentagon Streamlines Chaplain List, Removes Denominational Labels
The Department of Defense revised its list of religious affiliations this week, dropping the Christian designation from 21 groups including Latter-day Saints, Catholics, Lutherans and Pentecostals. Utah Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis objected to the change for their own faith.
finance4 days ago
Google Director Resigns After Company Signs Pentagon AI Contract
René Mayrhofer, Android platform security director, resigned after Google signed a classified AI contract with the Department of Defense and dropped its carbon-neutral target.
TechCrunchworld12 days agoUpdated
Pentagon Adds Alibaba, Baidu, BYD and Unitree to Chinese Military Companies List
The Department of Defense updated its list of Chinese military companies operating in the United States to include Alibaba, Baidu, BYD, Unitree Robotics and several other firms. The additions bring the total to 188 entities and follow a congressional mandate under the 2021 Nation…
thehindu.comworld4 days ago
Pentagon Streamlines Troop Religious Affiliations from Over 200 Categories to 31 Major Groups
The Department of Defense narrowed its list of religious codes from more than 200 to 31. Officials said the change simplifies record-keeping and helps chaplains allocate resources.
Usa Todaypolitics16 days ago
Pentagon Streamlines Recognized Faith Codes for Service Members from Over 200 to 31
The Department of Defense reduced religious affiliation codes to 31 under direction from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Military Religious Freedom Foundation said it is considering legal action.
Breaking Defenseworld4 days ago
Pentagon Developing New Cyber Strategy to Integrate AI and Partner With Industry
The Department of Defense is preparing its first cyber strategy since 2023, with plans to define AI’s role for cyber forces and establish a new operational partnership with industry.
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yubico.comworld4 days ago
Pentagon CIO Says Contractor Cybersecurity Remains Inadequate, Announces Upcoming CIO Office Changes
Department of Defense Chief Information Officer Kirsten Davie called for greater attention to foundational cybersecurity at the TechNet Cyber conference in Baltimore. She warned that a breach at a small supplier could affect warfighters in real time.
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nypost.comworld4 days ago
Pentagon Acknowledges Commercial Location Data Poses Security Risk to Troops, Senators Urge New Restrictions
The Department of Defense told Sen. Ron Wyden that U.S. Central Command received multiple threat reports about adversaries exploiting commercial location data to target or surveil U.S. personnel. Wyden and 13 other senators urged the Pentagon to disable advertising IDs on militar…
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france24.compolitics23 days ago
Defense Department awards $9.7 billion contract for software and cloud services
The Department of Defense announced a five-year agreement for Microsoft software and cloud services. The contract is valued at $9.7 billion. President Trump has previously discussed the vendor's products and held shares in the company.
france24.compolitics25 days ago
Defense Department awards Dell five-year software contract worth $9.7 billion
The Department of Defense selected Dell Federal Systems to supply Microsoft software licenses and cloud services. The five-year agreement is projected to reduce annual licensing costs by $422 million.
upi.comworld26 days ago
U.S. lawmakers examine higher aviation fuel costs for fiscal 2027 defense bill
Lawmakers are reviewing the impact of increased fuel prices on military aviation budgets ahead of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. The discussion occurred during a Senate hearing on the Department of Defense posture.
The Independentworld27 days ago
Pentagon Posts Kid Rock Memorial Day Video on Social Media
The Department of Defense shared a brief Memorial Day message recorded by musician Kid Rock on its rapid-response account Monday. President Trump, Vice President Vance and Defense Secretary Hegseth led separate observances at Arlington National Cemetery.
finance28 days ago
Pentagon Evaluation Group Reviews Ballistic Ball Caps for Military Testing
A Department of Defense contractor said some Army and Marine Corps units may soon test ballistic ball caps and patrol caps made by R-12. The caps are designed to reduce the energy of certain handgun rounds. Interest in the gear followed a fatal shooting of two West Virginia Natio…
Breaking Defenseworld34 days ago
Pentagon Selects Five Companies for Drone Lethality Challenge
The Department of Defense named five companies as winners of a Lethality Prize Challenge under its Drone Dominance initiative. The selections target payloads for small drones weighing 20 pounds or less.
nbcnews.compolitics37 days ago
U.S. Defense Department Releases First Batch of UFO Files
The U.S. Department of Defense released the first batch of UFO files on May 8, 2026, following a directive from President Trump. The documents contain images and videos of unidentified aerial phenomena that have been examined by online observers.
The Hillpolitics38 days ago
Pentagon Letter on Stars and Stripes Policies Renews Independence Concerns
The Department of Defense sent a letter in April outlining its policies for the Stars and Stripes newspaper. The letter was sent on the same day the Pentagon fired the outlet's ombudsman. Senate Democrats have raised concerns about whether the publication will remain independent.
finance39 days ago
Pentagon Announces Agreements With Defense Startups for Low-Cost Missile Production
The Department of Defense has signed agreements with four companies to develop and produce large numbers of low-cost cruise missiles under a new program. A fifth company will support low-cost hypersonic weapon efforts. The initiative seeks to expand the military industrial base b…
New Scientistscience39 days ago
Pentagon Releases Declassified Documents on UFO Sightings, Mostly Showing No Extraterrestrial Evidence
The U.S. Department of Defense made public hundreds of pages of documents, photographs and correspondence on unidentified anomalous phenomena, some previously classified. The release includes imagery from NASA’s Gemini 7, Apollo 12 and Apollo 17 missions along with an infrared im…
ibtimes.compolitics44 days ago
Trump Administration Releases 162 Previously Classified UAP Documents
The Trump administration has declassified 162 documents related to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, making hundreds of images, videos and records publicly available on the Department of Defense website. The release includes an FBI interview transcript detailing a drone operator'…
The Hillpolitics44 days ago
Appeals Court Hears Arguments on Pentagon Review of Sen. Mark Kelly’s Retirement Rank
A three-judge panel on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit sharply questioned the Pentagon on Thursday over efforts to censure Sen. Mark Kelly and lower his retirement rank. The Arizona Democrat, a retired Navy captain, faces potential military punishment for a video w…
forbes.comai44 days ago
NGA Director Announces New AI Framework and Launches Rapid Capabilities Office
Lt. Gen. Michelle Bredenkamp outlined the agency's blueprint for becoming an AI-first organization in her first major speech since taking charge in November 2025. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is finalizing the framework to align with the Department of Defense AI st…
foxbusiness.compolitics41 days agoSourced
Trump Proclaims May 8 as Military Spouse Day 2026
President Donald Trump signed Proclamation 11027 designating May 8, 2026, as Military Spouse Day. The ceremonial recognition triggers no statutory obligations or funding changes for the Department of Defense or other agencies.
dailycaller.comworld46 days ago
Air Force Physician Shared DoD Legal Guidance on Gender-Affirming Care for Dependent Minors
Lt. Col. Josh Smalley distributed memos in March, May and July 2023 stating that U.S. military members and civilian employees should not fear legal action when providing gender-affirming care to minors. The documents, obtained through a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit, include…
tfipost.compolitics47 days agoSourced
Military Nurses Essential for Combat Readiness, DOD States
The U.S. Department of Defense released a statement detailing the evolution of military nurses from Revolutionary War volunteers to a professional force in the Defense Health Agency. This emphasis highlights nurses' role in maintaining warfighter health and mission lethality worl…
BBC Newsai48 days ago
Pentagon Awards AI Contracts to Eight Tech Companies
The U.S. Department of Defense has entered into agreements with eight major technology companies to expand artificial intelligence use across military operations. The deals aim to integrate AI for lawful purposes while avoiding reliance on any single provider. This move follows a…
revolver.newsworld57 days ago
Pentagon Positions Assets Amid Ceasefire and Negotiation Collapse
The U.S. Department of Defense is repositioning military assets during an ongoing ceasefire. Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar described these movements as part of a response to collapsed negotiations. The posture is not indicative of peacetime operations.
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Nbc Newsworld61 days ago
DOJ Launches Criminal Probe into SPLC's Historical Use of Paid Informants in Extremist Monitoring
The Southern Poverty Law Center disclosed a criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice focusing on its former program of using paid confidential informants to infiltrate extremist groups. Separately, President Trump indicated a potential deal for the Department of D…
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upi.comai61 days ago
Trump Discusses Anthropic AI Deal for Defense Department
President Donald Trump stated a deal may allow Anthropic's AI models for Department of Defense use following recent White House talks. Separately, he noted restocking by Iran and the U.S. during a ceasefire set to expire tomorrow. Iran prepares new battlefield measures if fightin…
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Google Negotiating with Pentagon to Use Gemini AI in Classified Defense Projects
Google is negotiating with the U.S. Department of Defense to use its Gemini artificial intelligence system for classified operations. The company proposed contract language restricting Gemini's use in domestic mass surveillance and autonomous weapons without human oversight. Mean…
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White House Directs DOE, DoD, and NASA to Develop Lunar Nuclear Power Systems Targeting 2028 Launch
The White House directed the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and NASA to develop space nuclear power systems for lunar use, with a launch target of 2028. Officials at the Space Symposium in Colorado Springs stated that a permanent U.S. moon base with nuclear power is…
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US Agencies Introduce Faith-Based Prayer Services and Programs
Several US federal agencies have initiated optional prayer services and faith-related initiatives for employees. These include events at the Small Business Administration, Health and Human Services, and Department of Defense. Agency spokespersons stated that the programs support…
thehindu.comfinance73 days ago
Pentagon Official Emil Michael Reports Profit from Sale of xAI Investment
Emil Michael, the Pentagon's under secretary for research and engineering during the Trump administration, realized a profit of up to $24 million from selling a private investment in Elon Musk's xAI earlier this year. Michael oversees negotiations involving AI for the Department…
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CBS Report Cites Survivors on Details of Iranian Attack in Kuwait Killing Six US Servicemembers
A CBS report, based on accounts from survivors, describes an Iranian attack in Kuwait that resulted in the deaths of six US Army servicemembers from the 103rd Sustainment Command. The report states that official details of the strike have been misrepresented by the Department of…
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Democratic Lawmakers Seek Pentagon Details on Stars and Stripes Story Restrictions
Democratic lawmakers have requested information from the Pentagon and Stars and Stripes leadership regarding potential censorship of stories at the military newspaper. The inquiry focuses on whether the Department of Defense is restricting content at the historic publication. Thi…
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Pentagon Requests $1.5 Trillion Defense Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 with Major Drone Funding Increase
The U.S. Department of Defense has proposed a $1.5 trillion budget for fiscal year 2027, including significant investments in various military programs and some cuts. A key element is a proposed 243-fold increase in funding for the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group, from $225 mill…
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Hermeus Corp Raises $350 Million for Hypersonic Uncrewed Aircraft Development
Hermeus Corp, a startup focused on hypersonic aircraft, secured $350 million in funding. The investment supports efforts to develop the fastest uncrewed aircraft for the US Department of Defense. This funding aims to scale production and testing of advanced aerospace technology.
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Boeing and U.S. Department of Defense Agree on PAC-3 Missile Defense System Contract
Boeing has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense on a contract for the PAC-3 missile defense system. The PAC-3 is a component of the Patriot air and missile defense system designed to intercept ballistic and cruise missiles. This contract supports ongoing U.S.…
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Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over AI Usage Ban Following Refusal for Military Applications
Anthropic is challenging the US Department of Defense in federal court over a ban on its AI technology after the company refused to allow its use in autonomous weapons and surveillance. The lawsuit seeks a temporary injunction against the designation of Anthropic as a supply chai…
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Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over AI Ban Following Refusal for Weapons Use
Anthropic is challenging the US Department of Defense's designation of the company as a supply chain risk in federal court. The lawsuit stems from Anthropic's refusal to allow its Claude AI for autonomous weapons and mass surveillance. A hearing occurred on Tuesday in a northern…