Revocation of Plea Deal for September 11 Terror Attack Defendants

The White House and the Pentagon revoked a plea deal with three defendants accused of involvement in the September 11 terrorist attacks, possibly due to bipartisan backlash and backlash from victims' families.

Assassination of Ismail Haniyeh

Hamas and Iran blame Israel for the strike that killed Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas' political leader. NBC News Correspondents discuss the details of the strike and the Pentagon's response.

Pentagon Arctic Strategy

The Pentagon announced a new strategy to build up its presence in the Arctic region to counter Russia and China as climate change melts sea ice, opening up new passageways.

Russian President Putin and North Korean Leader Kim Jong-Un Pact

Fox News discusses the global implications of Russian President Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un signing an 'aggression' pact. Pentagon claims North Korean troops sent to aid Russia in Ukraine invasion will be 'cannon fodder'. South Korean officials criticize the pact.

Pentagon's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion in the Military

Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks discusses commitment to policies focused on nonbinary service members and critical race theory training at Pentagon Pride events, emphasizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the military for national security.

Lab-Grown Meat for U.S. Soldiers

A Pentagon-funded company, BioMADE, is seeking proposals to develop lab-grown meat to reduce the CO2 footprint at Defense Department outposts. Critics argue against using U.S. troops as test subjects for experimental lab-grown meat products. Some studies suggest that lab-grown meat may have a worse carbon footprint than retail beef.

House Republicans' Proposed Amendments to Combat Left-Wing Policies in National Defense Authorization Act

House Republicans are proposing amendments to combat left-wing Biden administration policies on diversity, LGBTQ representation, and gender ideology in the National Defense Authorization Act of fiscal year 2025.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin questioning Pentagon's plan to buy solar panels from China

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin questions Pentagon's plan to buy solar panels from China, citing national security concerns.

House Republicans' Proposed Amendments on Diversity and Inclusion in the National Defense Authorization Act

House Republicans propose amendments to combat left-wing Biden administration policies on diversity, LGBTQ representation, and gender ideology in the National Defense Authorization Act of fiscal year 2025.

Iran-backed Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Gulf of Aden

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen continue to launch attacks on commercial ships in the Gulf of Aden despite warnings from President Biden. The US and UK conducted joint strikes on Houthi locations, prompting an increase in attacks. The Pentagon launched Operation Prosperity Guardian to counter the Houthi attacks.

Palantir Technologies awarded contract by Pentagon

Palantir Technologies CEO Alex Karp speaks at an AI conference on Capitol Hill on May 1, 2024. Palantir awarded $33 million contract by the Pentagon to develop a data-sharing ecosystem known as Open DAGIR to support the connect-everything initiative.

Defense Department working with SpaceX to disable Starlink terminals obtained by Russia and other U.S. foes

The Defense Department is working with SpaceX to disable Starlink terminals obtained by Russia and other U.S. foes to aid their operations, causing disruptions in service for Ukrainians. The Pentagon is actively trying to shut down these terminals but is facing challenges in completely stopping the illicit use.

Aid Delivery to Gaza via U.S. Military Floating Pier

Aid delivered to Gaza via a new 'floating pier' constructed by the U.S. military is reportedly being stolen by Palestinians, with concerns raised about the distribution process. The Pentagon is unable to guarantee that the aid reaches the intended organizations.

Installation of Mobile Pier in Gaza for Aid Delivery

The U.S. completed the installation of a mobile pier in Gaza to deliver aid, despite concerns about putting U.S. forces in harm's way.

Pentagon's Pause on Bomb Shipment to Israel

The Pentagon paused a shipment of bombs to Israel over concerns of their potential use in Gaza, specifically in Rafah where over a million civilians are sheltering.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gordon Black detained in Russia on theft charges

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gordon Black detained in Russia on theft charges, set to remain in pretrial detention until July 2. Black traveled to Vladivostok for personal reasons and is accused of stealing property, causing significant damage. Pentagon investigating the circumstances surrounding his travel to Russia.

Russian Development of Anti-Satellite Nuclear Device

Russia is developing an indiscriminate anti-satellite nuclear device that poses a threat to satellites worldwide. The Biden administration and Pentagon are concerned about this program, which could render low-Earth orbit unusable for up to a year due to radiation from a nuclear detonation.

Challenges in Meeting Foreign Aid Requests for Weapons

The U.S. has provided weapons to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan but is facing challenges meeting the demand due to low munitions stockpiles. The Pentagon is making risk management assessments to balance readiness and foreign aid requests. There are concerns about the industrial base's capacity to replenish munitions and the impact on long-term defense strategies.

Nuclear threats and modernization of nuclear forces in the US

The United States is developing a new nuclear warhead, the W93, to be used on submarine-launched ballistic missiles to keep pace with future adversary threats without nuclear testing. The warhead will include modern technologies and improved safety features.

Unidentified Submerged Objects (USOs) and National Security

A report on unidentified submerged objects (USOs) raises concerns about national security as a leaked video shows strange craft accelerating at incredible rates and crossing air-sea interfaces in unusual ways. The author, Tim Gallaudet, emphasizes the need to study these phenomena for safety and scientific purposes.

Pentagon's Budget and Aircraft Carriers

The Pentagon wants to slow down America's aircraft carriers due to budget cuts, potentially jeopardizing national security and military deterrence efforts.

Stabilizing Post-War Gaza

The Biden administration is considering options for stabilizing post-war Gaza, including funding a multinational force or Palestinian peacekeeping team without U.S. troops on the ground. Discussions involve the Pentagon, State Department, and foreign counterparts, aiming for a two-state solution and reconstruction efforts.

Pentagon Rushing $300 Million in Weapons to Ukraine

The Pentagon is rushing $300 million in weapons to Ukraine due to cost savings in contracts, despite being $10 billion overdrawn in replenishment funds. Ukrainian troops are running low on munitions, and efforts to get fresh funds for weapons have stalled in Congress.

Pentagon Sending $300 Million in Weapons to Ukraine

The Pentagon is sending around $300 million in weapons to Ukraine to help in its fight against Russia, marking the first security aid package since December. The aid is made possible by negotiating contracts to replenish weapons in U.S. stockpiles and using cost savings from those negotiations.

Development of AI-guided planes by the Pentagon

Rep. Carlos Gimenez questioned FBI Director Chris Wray on AI and China during a House select committee hearing. The Pentagon is looking to develop AI-guided planes through its Collaborative Combat Aircraft project, with companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Anduril Industries competing for contracts.

Critique of the Pentagon and Political Involvement

Mara Macie, running for U.S. House against Rep. John Rutherford, criticizes the Pentagon as politicized and weaponized against the people. She became involved in politics after her military husband faced consequences for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Macie emphasizes the importance of holding military leadership accountable and speaks out against whistleblower retaliation.

Government UFO Report

The intelligence community nixed provisions to declassify what the government knows about unidentified anomalous phenomenon, finding no evidence of aliens or alien technology. The report claims that most UFO sightings are misidentifications and that claims of hidden programs are largely based on circular reporting.

Pentagon Report on UFO Sightings

The Pentagon found no evidence of extraterrestrial spacecraft in a new report on UFO sightings spanning nearly eight decades. The report debunks claims of alien spaceships and concludes that most sightings were ordinary objects.

Pentagon lifting ban on V-22 Osprey flights

The Pentagon will lift the ban on flights by the grounded V-22 Osprey next week following a high-level meeting where Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin endorsed the military services' plans for a safe return to operations. The Osprey has been grounded for almost three months following crashes in Japan and Australia that are still under investigation.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Hospitalization Secrecy

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization for complications from prostate cancer surgery was kept secret from the White House and the public for several days, leading to criticism of the Pentagon. An internal review largely absolved anyone of wrongdoing, citing no ill intent.

Pentagon tracks high altitude balloon over the US

The Pentagon tracked a high altitude balloon over the US, determined it was a hobby craft, and confirmed it was not from China. This comes after a Chinese spy balloon was shot down last year. The Chinese balloon had intelligence collection capabilities.

Pentagon Deputy Spokesperson on Houthis' Attacks in the Red Sea

Pentagon Deputy Spokesperson Sabrina Singh stated that the decision to stop strikes by Houthis in the Red Sea region is ultimately up to the Houthis themselves, despite continued attacks on commercial targets.