April 25, 2024

Through the Lens: Military in Photos in 2023

Military Photographers

DoD in Photos 2023 — The Defense Department offers a glimpse into the lives and work of US military members who work around the globe 24/7, 365 days a year to ensure the nation’s security.

DoD Report Aims to Head Off ‘Strategic Surprise’

'Strategic Surprise'

A Pentagon study is expected to consider “what potential technological capabilities may not be sufficiently acted upon by the Department of Defense in the decade to come, that will lead to US regrets in 2028,” says Michael Griffin, undersecretary of defense for research and engineering.

GAO: F-35 Plagued With Problems

GAO Report F-35

A Government Accountability Office report says DoD’s new fleet of F-35 Lightning IIs is experiencing spare parts shortages and other sustainment problems that are hurting the readiness of the fighter jets.

Ashton Carter Picked As Next DefSec

DefSec Budget

Ashton Carter tabbed as the next DefSec but the choice will not be immediately announced because the vetting process is not complete.