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The Department of War has announced new steps to protect research funded by the agency from foreign interference and intellectual property theft.
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Secretary Hegseth launches nationwide tour highlighting defense manufacturing needs

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is set to travel to Newport News, Virginia, as part of the ongoing "Arsenal of Freedom" tour.
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Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Shaun Campbell named DTRA senior enlisted leader

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Shaun Campbell has been appointed as the new Command Senior Enlisted Leader for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), according to an announcement from the Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the...
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President nominates Rear Adm. Richard E. Seif Jr. to lead submarine forces

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that President has nominated Navy Rear Adm.
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War Department surpasses $1 billion in APFIT awards with new FY 2026 project slate

The War Department has announced the first round of projects for Fiscal Year 2026 under its Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program.
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Secretary of War announces new general officer nominations across services

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a series of general officer nominations on December 18, 2025.
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President nominates Navy leaders to senior command roles

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced that the president has nominated several Navy officers for key positions and promotions.
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Department of War expresses support for rotorcraft oversight reform act

Assistant to the Secretary of War for Public Affairs and Senior Advisor Sean Parnell issued a statement regarding the Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform Act.
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Secretary Hegseth and Japanese defense minister discuss alliance and regional security

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth held a call with Japanese Defense Minister Shinjirō Koizumi on December 11, 2025.
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War Department launches GenAI.mil platform with Google Cloud’s Gemini for Government

The War Department has launched GenAI.mil, a new artificial intelligence platform designed to provide advanced AI tools to military and civilian personnel.
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United States joins allies at French headquarters for Combined Space Operations talks

U.S. military officials met with representatives from nine allied nations at the new French Space Command Headquarters to discuss the Combined Space Operations (CSpO) Initiative.
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Department of War invests nearly $30 million in domestic gallium and scandium production

The Department of War has awarded $29.9 million to ElementUS Minerals, LLC (ElementUSA) to support the creation of a domestic supply of gallium and scandium.
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Secretary Hegseth meets with Gen. Whiting on U.S. Space Command headquarters relocation

On November 20, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with General Stephen Whiting, commander of U.S. Space Command, at the Pentagon to discuss the ongoing relocation of the command's headquarters to Huntsville, Alabama.
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Secretary of War meets Nigerian national security advisor on counterterrorism efforts

On November 20, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with a Nigerian delegation led by National Security Advisor Mallam Nuhu Ribadu at the Pentagon.
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U.S., Romania discuss NATO spending pledge and joint defense initiatives

Assistant Secretary of War for International Security Affairs Daniel Zimmerman recently traveled to Romania to discuss defense cooperation and NATO commitments.
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Under Secretary Emil Michael outlines six technology priorities for U.S. military advancement

The Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering, Emil Michael, has announced six Critical Technology Areas (CTAs) intended to shape the future capabilities of the United States military.
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President nominates military officers for promotions and new assignments

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on November 17, 2025, that the President has nominated several military officers for promotion and new assignments.
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Secretary Hegseth announces reforms for defense acquisition system

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has announced a series of new directives aimed at reforming the Department of War's acquisition process.
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth meets Cambodian counterpart Tea Seiha on regional security

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth met with Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, Tea Seiha, in Kuala Lumpur on October 31.
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Secretary Hegseth meets Indonesian counterpart to discuss defense cooperation

On October 31, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth held a meeting with Indonesian Minister for Defence Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin.
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