MAY 21, 2024 - The Defense Department remains focused on maintaining its edge in space as competitors attempt to shift the balance in the domain, a top space official from the Pentagon said today. In testimony before a Senate Armed Services subcommittee, John D. Hill, deputy assistant secretary of defense for space and missile defense, outlined key investments in DOD's … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
AFWERX Safeguards American Interests Through Due Diligence
MAY 21, 2024 — In defense innovation, rigorous scrutiny is not just an afterthought; it’s the law. AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force and a directorate within the Air Force Research Laboratory, employs a thorough due diligence process at the core of its investment strategy for safeguarding national security interests. One of the primary concerns … [Read more...]
Unity Among Ukraine Defense Coalition Amid Russian Offensive
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. conduct a press briefing at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 20, 2024. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jack Sanders) MAY 21, 2024 - The U.S.-led coalition backing Ukraine will not waver in the face of Russia's recently launched offensive, Secretary of … [Read more...]
Exchange Helps Make PCS Season Simple with Online Resources
MAY 21, 2024 – As military members and families prepare to receive their Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is making sure they have everything they need for a smooth move. The Exchange’s online PCS headquarters has resources for every step of the move. Military members and families can visit ShopMyExchange.com/PCS … [Read more...]
Guard Professional Education Center Celebrates 50 Years
Col. Cathi Cherry, commander of the Professional Education Center (PEC); Maj. Gen. Jonathan Stubbs, Adjutant General of the Arkansas National Guard; Lt. Col. Elvin Zapata, oldest Soldier currently serving at PEC; Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders; Sgt. Rhett Crandall, youngest Soldier currently serving at PEC; and Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen, Director of the Army National Guard, … [Read more...]