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Director of National Intelligence James Clapper talked about the mission and work of the intelligence community. He affirmed the October 7, 2016, joint statement released by Homeland Securit…

Former military and Defense Department officials testified at a hearing on proposals to increase the effectiveness of military operations. The witnesses gave suggestions for modernization an…

In an official transition ceremony held in a hangar at Joint Base Andrews, General Mark Welsh assumed the duties of the Air Force chief of staff. He replaced General Norton Schwartz who was …

Air Force Secretary Donley reacted to the findings of the investigation into the mishandling of service members remains at the Dover Air Force Base mortuary.

Michael Donley and General Norton Schwartz briefed the media on their strategic choices and budget priorities for the Air Force.

Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz spoke to reporters about the Army’s fiscal year 2013 budget.

Defense Department officials testified on adding the National Guard bureau chief to the Joint Chiefs Staff.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff representing the four major military services appeared before the House Armed Services Committee to speak against additional defense cuts or sequestration. They sai…

Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines chiefs testified on the progress toward implementing the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” repeal law allowing gays and lesbians in the military. In their remarks the…

A ceremony was held to mark the 150th anniversary of the Congressional Medal of Honor. The chairman of the joint chiefs of staff and representatives of each service talked about the history …

Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines chiefs testified on the progress toward implementing the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” repeal law allowing gays and lesbians in the military. In their remarks the…

Officials announced Boeing as the winner of a $35 billion U.S. Air Force aerial refueling tanker contract. The Air Force had been trying for almost ten years to begin replacing its aerial re…

Military branch chiefs testified on the results of the Department of Defense survey on repeal of the military “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy banning service by openly gay and lesbian personn…

Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz talked about efforts to maintain the Air Force in Iraq and Afghanistan. He also talked about recent moves by Defense Secretary Gates to reduc…

Air Force generals and leaders spoke about future challenges facing the service and developing long-term strategies and operational missions involving air power. Mr. Dunn moderated the discu…

The news conference focused on the mistaken shipment of fuses for nuclear weapons to Taiwan in March 2006. Topics included the disciplinary actions taken, nuclear safe guards in the Air Forc…

Acting Air Force Secretary Donley and Chief of Staff General Schwartz spoke to reporters and answered questions about Air Force operations and several challenges the Air Force had been addre…

The Senate Armed Services Committee held a confirmation hearing on the nominations of Michael B. Donley to be secretary of the Air Force, General Norton A. Schwartz for reappointment to the …

General Schwartz and Mr. DiRita briefed reporters about recent events and Department of Defense policy. They responded to questions from members of the press.

Defense Department officials talked about military personnel needs, including troop rotations in Iraq and Afghanistan and mobilization of the Army’s Individual Ready Reserve. Rep. Hunter des…