HASC leaders probe Navy on Newport News faulty welding problem

HASC leaders probe Navy on Newport News faulty welding problem
HASC leaders probe Navy on Newport News faulty welding problem

“The safety of our sailors is our top concern, and we must immediately understand any risks associated with the faulty work,” said four top leaders of the House Armed Services Committee.

House narrowly passes NDAA after Democrats balk at culture war amendments

House narrowly passes NDAA after Democrats balk at culture war amendments
House narrowly passes NDAA after Democrats balk at culture war amendments

Many pro-defense Democrats voted against the traditionally bipartisan NDAA, after Republicans added conservative social riders to the bill.

HASC chair backs Air Force plan on space Guard units (Exclusive)

HASC chair backs Air Force plan on space Guard units (Exclusive)
HASC chair backs Air Force plan on space Guard units (Exclusive)

House Armed Services Chairman Mike Rogers tells Breaking Defense that Guard advocates should not “waste their time” lobbying against the move.

Sentinel ICBM incurs ‘critical’ cost breach, at risk of cancellation without SECDEF certification

Sentinel ICBM incurs ‘critical’ cost breach, at risk of cancellation without SECDEF certification
Sentinel ICBM incurs ‘critical’ cost breach, at risk of cancellation without SECDEF certification

The Minuteman III replacement’s costs ballooned by 37 percent and will take about two years longer than expected as officials reportedly discover hidden complications of silo construction.

NDAA coming Monday, Smith pledges it will pass

NDAA coming Monday, Smith pledges it will pass
NDAA coming Monday, Smith pledges it will pass

The House and Senate are both expected to vote on the final bill next week.