Defense Department Drafting

Vivek Ramaswamy set to depart DOGE

Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy confirmed on Monday he will not serve on President Trump’s “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) commission, leaving Tesla CEO Elon Musk to singularly ...

The Hill - Jan. 20

Here are the acting department heads in Trump's second term

President Trump is tapping a number of officials to serve as acting department heads as he waits for the Senate to confirm his Cabinet nominees. While some acting heads will only serve for a short ...

The Hill - Jan. 20

Biden's remarks as he departed Joint Base Andrews

CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports former President Joe Biden addressed members of his staff before departing Joint Base Andrews, celebrating his administration's efforts while he was president.

CBS News - Jan. 20

Acting Defense secretary sworn in as Hegseth awaits confirmation

The Pentagon on Monday swore in Robert G. Salesses as the acting secretary of Defense while President Trump's nominee Pete Hegseth awaits Senate confirmation. Salesses was sworn in just after noon, ...

The Hill - Jan. 20

Biden departs Washington after Trump's inauguration

Former President Joe Biden has departed Washington, D.C., after the inauguration of President Trump. Biden served as the 46th president of the United States.

CBS News - Jan. 20

Vivek Ramaswamy expected to depart DOGE

Trump's choice to co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency is expected to announce a gubernatorial campaign after the new administration begins.

CBS News - Jan. 19

Writing the first draft of President Biden's legacy

President Biden leaves office this week with significant legislative and policy achievements, the effects of which may not be seen for years. But his legacy likely rests largely in the hands of the ...

CBS News - Jan. 19

Falcons announce Jeff Ulbrich as their new defensive coordinator

The Falcons announced the hiring of Jeff Ulbrich as their new defensive coordinator on Saturday night.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 19

Trump departs for Washington ahead of inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump departed for Washington D.C., alongside his wife and former first lady Melania, ahead of his inauguration.

NBC News - Jan. 18

Justice Department Reconsiders NCAA Athlete Pay Settlement

The DOJ says an NCAA payment ruling for compensating student athletes may not be enough.

Inc. - Jan. 18

Inside Kristi Noem's plans for Department of Homeland Security

Kristi Noem is having her Senate confirmation hearing Friday to become President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of Homeland Security. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on ...

CBS News - Jan. 17

Watch live: Austin bids farewell to Defense Department

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will bid farewell in a speech Friday morning, just days before President-elect Trump is set to return to the White House. During his four years helming the Pentagon, ...

The Hill - Jan. 17

Standout moments from Biden's farewell speech at Department of Defense

President Biden delivered a farewell address on Thursday at the Department of Defense. asking, "If we don't lead the world, who will lead the world?" CBS News senior White House correspondent ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

Biden delivers farewell remarks at Department of Defense

President Biden addressed the Department of Defense days before he hands over the White House to President-elect Donald Trump. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Garland delivers farewell address at Justice Department

Attorney General Merrick Garland delivered his farewell address to the Justice Department before President-elect Donald Trump's administration begins. Garland called for discretion in enforcing the ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

Watch live: Biden gives final address at Defense Department farewell ceremony

President Biden, poised to leave office in just days, will give remarks Thursday afternoon at a Department of Defense commander in chief farewell ceremony. His comments come on the heels of a ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

Blinken holds final news conference at State Department

Secretary of State Antony Blinken held his final news conference at the State Department Thursday. Following a portion of the news conference, CBS News contributor Robert Berger provided analysis ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

Ferreira, Neal, Tolkin depart USMNT training camp

Forward Jesús Ferreira and defenders Jalen Neal and John Tolkin have departed the United States men's national team training camp in Ft. Lauderdale and won't be part of the friendlies against ...

ESPN - Jan. 16

2025 NFL Draft: Tennessee EDGE James Pearce Jr. declares after anchoring Vols defense past two seasons

Pearce helped elevate Tennessee's defense during back-to-back all-SEC campaigns

CBS Sports - Jan. 16

Biden delivers farewell address to the Department of Defense

Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers his farewell address as commander in chief to the Department of Defense.

NBC News - Jan. 16

Investor interest in defense grows

Yahoo News - Jan. 16

Pete Hegseth Is the Secretary of Defense We Deserve

If you thought the former TV host would be asked important questions at the confirmation hearings this week, you must be living under the illusion that we live in a serious country.

The New York Times - Jan. 15

Transportation Department sues Southwest for 'chronically delayed flights'

The Department of Transportation on Wednesday sued Southwest Airlines, alleging the carrier operated chronically delayed flights, and fined Frontier Airlines for late-arriving flights.

NBC News - Jan. 15

Predicting the First 2 Rounds of the N.F.L. Draft

The Titans, Raiders and Giants land rookie quarterbacks in our expert’s projections.

The New York Times - Jan. 15

2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Rankings

It's time! Scott Pianowski, Andy Behrens and Dalton Del Don reveal their draft rankings for fantasy baseball 2025!

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15

Pete Hegseth Dresses for Defense

The nominee for Secretary of Defense wore his patriotism on his sleeve during his confirmation hearing — and his belt, his socks, and his pocket square.

The New York Times - Jan. 14

Top BlackRock executive Mark Wiedman to depart

Move scrambles asset management giant’s plans to eventually replace founder Larry Fink

Financial Times - Jan. 14

Duke defensive stopper Brown out several weeks

Duke forward Maliq Brown, who sprained his knee in Saturday's win over Notre Dame, will miss "an extended period of time" -- weeks -- Blue Devils coach Jon Scheyer said Monday.

ESPN - Jan. 13

Will the 49ers turn to a familiar face for their next defensive coordinator?

Coach Kyle Shanahan is looking for his fourth DC in as many years. Who's on the 49ers' short list?

ESPN - Jan. 13

Jets 2025 Mock Draft Roundup: Experts weigh defense, WR among Gang Green's options

After a 5-12 season in 2024, the New York Jets have the 2025 NFL Draft's seventh overall pick. Here's what the experts have them doing.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11

Syracuse QB McCord to declare for NFL draft

Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord told ESPN on Friday that he will declare for the NFL draft and has decided to no longer pursue an NCAA eligibility waiver for another season.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Justices skeptical of TikTok's defense

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Supreme Court skeptical of TikTok's attempt to fight ban TikTok received a frosty reception in its fight ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

How historic humiliation inspired Broncos' defense

Denver's defense allowed 70 points in Week 3 last year. Now it's helped the Broncos return to the postseason.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Maiocco's NFL mock draft 1.0: 49ers select Texas A&M defensive lineman

With the 49ers set to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, Matt Maiocco projects that San Francisco will select Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Stewart with the No. 11 overall pick.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10

BlackRock departs climate investment group

Asset management firm BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group, the group confirmed. “We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw, but as a voluntary initiative, we respect any ...

The Hill - Jan. 9