Cyber Weaponry a Considered Option in Syria
A Senate committee narrowly supports a US strike in Syria with time and force restrictions while private discussions at the Pentagon, Fort Meade and D.C. include cyber options.
First-Quarter GDP Preview Positive
But growth fails to offset sequestration uncertainty in military budgets.
Pentagon Looks to Cut 5 to 6 Percent of Workforce
New defense budget calls for civilian jobs cuts and base closures.
Expect Layoffs if Congress Can’t Budget Right
DoD will be forced to cut its workforce if the FY-14 budget grows beyond the limits of sequestration.
No Furloughs for 2014, but Job Cuts Possible
The Pentagon has ruled out furloughing civilian employees in 2014, but it has not ruled out job cuts.
F-35B Successfully Releases an AIM-120 Missile
Pax River’s Joint Strike Fighter test team continues to make testing progress.
White House Wants Another $100 Billion in Defense Cuts
Obama would offset sequestration in other areas by cutting the Pentagon.
DoD to Begin Issuing Furlough Notices this Week
Meanwhile, a fight over the MEADS missile program stalls a continuing budget resolution in Congress.
