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Napolitano touts drop in illegal crossings under Obama

by Patrick Svitek | Jan 30, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano declared Monday that it’s “clear from every measure” that border security is improving under the Obama administration despite what she called outdated laws that should be strengthened. During her second annual...
Defense must adjust to new strategy with budgetary management in mind

Defense must adjust to new strategy with budgetary management in mind

by Edwin Rios | Jan 25, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON – The 21st century’s military should be an intelligence-driven force that emphasizes small special forces units rather than large armies, a national security expert said Wednesday. Michael Breen, vice president of the progressive Truman National Security...

Campaign finance reformers urge Obama to fight Citizens United ruling with executive order

by Patrick Svitek | Jan 23, 2012 | National Security, Politics

WASHINGTON — Open government advocates are re-energizing their push for President Barack Obama to issue an executive order that would require federal contractors to reveal political contributions. The issue is gaining traction at the White House after a false start...

Aspen experts recommend new mission for Homeland Security

by Patrick Svitek | Jan 18, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security should redefine its mission as it moves away from strictly combating terrorism, experts at the Aspen Institute say. Before the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, representatives from the think tank’s...
Risks remain as military pivots from South Asia

Risks remain as military pivots from South Asia

by David Uberti | Jan 18, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON – President Obama’s announcement that U.S. defense interests will shift to the Western Pacific raised eyebrows among many policy experts, several of whom warned that losing focus on South Asia could have drastic consequences for national security....
Intelligence officials most concerned about cyber security in years to come

Intelligence officials most concerned about cyber security in years to come

by Patrick Svitek | Jan 17, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano on Tuesday assured the recent breach of more than 24 million Zappos online accounts would not be treated lightly by her department. “Don’t worry,” Napolitano said in between chuckles. “We have intel.” The...
Gitmo: The Decade Past, The Decade Ahead

Gitmo: The Decade Past, The Decade Ahead

by Edwin Rios | Jan 11, 2012 | National Security, Politics

Panel: Gitmo should close in the next decade.

Panel: Gitmo should close in the next decade.

by Edwin Rios | Jan 10, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON — The Guantanamo Bay detention facility should be closed within the next decade because it undermines U.S. security, a member of the House defense appropriations committee said Tuesday. “As long Guantanamo continues to exist, it undermines our...
Defense Cuts Could Affect Economic Interests, Experts Say

Defense Cuts Could Affect Economic Interests, Experts Say

by David Uberti | Jan 10, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON – Less than a week after the Pentagon released a defense plan proposing to cut costs and focus attention on East Asia, experts Tuesday warned further cutbacks could hurt U.S. security and economic interests in the region. The plan, unveiled Thursday by...
‘Gitmo’ protesters, other critics disillusioned by Obama’s broken promise

‘Gitmo’ protesters, other critics disillusioned by Obama’s broken promise

by Rebecca Nelson | Jan 10, 2012 | National Security, Politics

WASHINGTON – Activists in black hoods and orange jumpsuits gathered outside the White House Tuesday, protesting the detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The demonstration, part of a protest by the group Witness Against Torture, previewed the ten-year...

No drastic changes suggested for air show safety

by Patrick Svitek | Jan 10, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON — Industry officials stopped short of suggesting drastic changes to safety guidelines at air shows and air races across the country before a sometimes skeptical National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday. They did, however, signal they will continue...

Defense ‘review’ offers insights into Obama changes, but long-term results uncertain

by Edwin Rios | Jan 5, 2012 | National Security

WASHINGTON – With cuts to the national defense budget looming, experts say Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta may be overly optimistic about how increased reliance on military technology will enhance defense strategy. In a briefing at the Pentagon Thursday,  Panetta...
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