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Research shows that Mexican drug cartels pose an increasing threat with their various criminal activities. An article from the Financial Times published in September cites research on the extensive structure of these cartels, which includes massive numbers of employees.
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According to the DOD press release, the documents are intended to corroborate key findings in the upcoming 2023 China Military Power Report (CMPR), which addresses an uptick in risky PLA activities since the fall of 2021
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The Department of Defense and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence have released their Annual Report on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) for fiscal year 2023. This report is a result of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, as amended by the NDAA for Fiscal Year 2023.
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III delivered a strong message of support and solidarity with Israel in the wake of recent violence and attacks by Hamas
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In a recent press release, Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III announced significant changes to the U.S. military's posture in the Middle East, specifically in response to the recent terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas.
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The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) revealed their endorsement of the Biofabrication Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program. Launched in collaboration with BioFabUSA, this initiative is tailored to nurture the U.S. biofabrication sector, providing comprehensive training to the next generation of professionals in this burgeoning field.
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The Biden Administration has announced additional security assistance for Ukraine, as part of its ongoing efforts to support Ukraine's defense and security needs. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J Austin III made the announcement at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, stating, "Today at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, we announced additional security assistance to meet Ukraine’s critical security and defense needs" (Austin, quoted in the article).
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In a recent Senate Subcommittee Hearing, expert Jenny Town emphasized the critical importance of diplomacy, citing the evolving dynamics between Moscow and Pyongyang. Senior Fellow and 38 North Program Director Jenny Town called to testify before the Senate Subcommittee on East Asia, The Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. The recent summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin serves as a significant reminder of the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape on the Korean Peninsula. Speaking at a Senate Subcommittee Hearing on...
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has reaffirmed the United States' unwavering commitment to Israel's right to self-defense in the wake of an unprecedented attack by the Hamas militant group. Secretary Austin expressed solidarity with Israel and offered condolences to the affected families. He stated, "I am closely monitoring developments in Israel. Our commitment to Israel's right to defend itself remains unwavering."
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The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) collaborated on the presentation of the Small Business Investment Company Critical Technology (SBICCT) Initiative. According to the statement, this is the first endeavor of their historic cooperation to make strategic investments in technology with the objective of improving the economic condition as well as the national security situation in the United States.
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The Department of Defense (DoD) made the announcement that it will be awarding grants totaling $53 million as part of a long-term strategy to safeguard the nation's future defense capabilities and foster civic engagement.
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The United States Department of Defense (DoD) issued a press statement indicating that they have begun a pilot project for a munitions campus with the intention of providing support to a large number of new American businesses.
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Dr. Daniel Goure authored a blog post in which he said the U.S. must adopt a Zero Trust Cybersecurity policy in light of recent cyber attacks from countries like China and Russia. Goure is the vice president at the Lexington Institute, a research think tank based in Arlington, Virginia.
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The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has taken a significant step towards enhancing domestic manufacturing of rare earth magnets with a $94.1 million investment in E-VAC Magnetics, LLC. Rare earth magnets are essential components in national defense applications like F-35 fighter jets and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), as well as various commercial industries. This funding aims to strengthen the U.S.'s rare earth magnet production capabilities and establish a reliable, domestic supply chain.
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Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher, who also serves as the chairman of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, is seeking answers regarding a secret laboratory owned by Chinese entities in California. Earlier this month, a subpoena was issued by the House Select Committee on China in the City of Reedley to investigate the lab's discovery.
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An investigation raises doubts about the Biden administration's commitment to border security amid revelations of U.S-enabled artillery smuggling to Mexican cartels.
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The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), alongside 10 other privacy and civil rights groups, is asking Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Avril Haines and other intelligence officials to consider reforming the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA 702). FISA 702 allows the U.S. government to conduct surveillance and collect intelligence with the intent to protect Americans from terrorists, spies and other threats.
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The U.S. Department of Defense has announced that it will provide $775 million in security assistance to Ukraine as tensions in the region continue to rise. This move is part of a joint initiative aimed at enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities in the face of ongoing threats.
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The Pentagon held a memorial service to honor the resilient spirit of the victims and survivors of the 9/11 attacks. Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks led the ceremony, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal stories to foster understanding across generations. Hicks recounted her own experiences on that fateful day, highlighting the need to bridge the gap between those who vividly remember the events and the younger generations impacted by the aftermath. She also praised the community's response to the tragedy, noting the remarkable resilience and instinct to...
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A new Human Rights Watch report reveals that 95% of cluster munition casualties in 2022 were civilians, highlighting ongoing violations of international law by multiple countries, including Russia, Ukraine, Myanmar and Syria.