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Lawmakers face divisive battle over $884 billion defense bill
Congressional negotiators are facing roadblocks over divisive culture war amendments to the 1,800-page National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that addresses America's core national security priorities. The $883.7 billion NDAA includes widely supported measures such as strengthening the U.S. presence in the Indo-Pacific, raising pay for soldiers, funding the construction of seven new ships, and strengthening the defense industrial base. There is. …
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Conservative veterans sign letter supporting candidate Tulsi Gabbard
More than 250 military veterans have signed a letter supporting President-elect Trump's nomination of former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to be Director of National Intelligence. The letter fiercely defends Gabbard's “lifelong dedication to service” and slams critics who question her loyalty. “We are appalled by the baseless attacks questioning Tulsi loyalty to our great nation. After more than two decades and multiple battles…
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About our radar
What we're looking forward to:
Singapore Armed Forces and US Marine Corps Rotation Unit – Southeast Asia launched Practice Valiant Mark 2024 Today at Bedok Camp in Singapore. US-Singapore combined forces will continue training with the Valiant Mark 24 until December 13th.
The House Homeland Security Committee will hold a hearing on “.Defending the homeland from unmanned aircraft systems“Tomorrow at 2 p.m.
In other news
Read something different than The Hill.
Gabbard opens Capitol meeting amid questions about Syria
Tulsi Gabbard is having a crucial week on Capitol Hill, touring senators in an effort to allay their concerns and win confirmation to lead the nation's national intelligence agency. Gabbard, who represented Hawaii in the House of Representatives as a Democrat, has been out of the spotlight…
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On tap tomorrow
Happenings in and around the defense industry:
of International Institute for Strategic Studieswill be held Conversation about “”european missile renaissance“New Conventional Deterrence Options,'' focusing on Russia's use of ballistic and cruise missiles in Ukraine, airs at 9 a.m.
of Stimson Centerwill have lecture aboutarms trade treaty10 o'clock'', 10 a.m.
of atlantic councildiscuss “Strategic transformation: Insights from the National Defense Committee'', he said in a conversation with former Congresswoman Jane Herman (Democrat, California), chair of the National Defense Strategy Committee. and Eric Edelman, vice chairman of the National Defense Strategic Council, at 11 a.m.
of atlantic councilThere may also be Online talk about “”The future of transatlantic relations”, held in Vilnius, Lithuania as part of Central Europe Week at 2 p.m.
of brennan justice centerwill be held Virtual discussion about “”Analyzing President Trump's plan to invoke the Alien Enemy Act” At 3 p.m.
what we are reading
News reported by other media outlets:
army Osprey flight suspended again After more metal defects were discovered near the crash in November (Associated Press)
Air National Guard units to be transferred to Space Force under defense bill Despite opposition from all countries (Military.com)
today's trends
Two important stories about The Hill today:
Cheney responds to Trump's prison threat: 'This is the truth'
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) has responded to President-elect Trump's threat to expel members of the House committee that conducted the investigation. read more
Latest news: CEO shooting suspect faces five charges in Pennsylvania
Luigi Mangione, 26, was arrested in Pennsylvania following a police investigation in connection with the shooting death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. read more
The Hill Opinion
Defense and national security editorials submitted to The Hill:
Ten Years Later: The CIA's “Torture Report” and America's Lack of Accountability
After decades of denial, the Pentagon finally admits it's baffled by UFOs
Trump, Biden should persuade South Korea's beleaguered president to resign and defect
Everyone is being pushed too hard. see you tomorrow!
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