Budget cuts threaten defense strategy

Budget cuts threaten defense strategy

Source: Center for Strategic and International StudiesWASHINGTON – The Pentagon’s just-released long-term strategic policy plan will be jeopardized if congressionally mandated budget cuts continue, the Defense Department’s under secretary for strategy said Monday....
Hagel backs Obama’s approach to Ukraine

Hagel backs Obama’s approach to Ukraine

WASHINGTON – Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey Wednesday supported the Obama administration’s diplomatic approach to de-escalation in Ukraine during unremitting questioning on Capitol Hill. “This is a time for wise and steady...