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A Mild Defense of Lara Trump
The Senate takes itself seriously, but its members aren’t always public-servant all-stars.The New York Times - 29m -
Mayo: Comment on Pats' offense was 'defensive'
Patriots coach Jerod Mayo again had to clarify one of his comments, this time for what could have been seen as a slight toward OC Alex Van Pelt after Sunday's loss.ESPN - 1h -
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the strength of a diverse military
The nation's first African American Secretary of Defense talks about the responsibilities of the job, and the importance of a diverse fighting force.CBS News - 1d -
Teenager's mild symptoms were signs of an alarming condition
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.CBS News - 2d -
How Hegseth Salvaged His Secretary of Defense Nomination
The president-elect became convinced that letting Pete Hegseth fail would set off a feeding frenzy among senators. What followed was a MAGA swarm that helped salvage his bid, at least for now.The New York Times - 3d -
Massive annual defense policy bill passes in House
{beacon} Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Massive annual defense policy bill passes in House The ...The Hill - 4d -
House approves mammoth annual defense policy bill
The House on Wednesday passed the annual defense policy bill, sending the mammoth measure to the Senate for consideration ahead of Congress’s end-of-month deadline. The legislation — known as the ...The Hill - 4d -
House tees up defense bill, but hurdles remain
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story House tees up defense bill, but hurdles remain The passage sets up ...The Hill - 5d -
Fantasy Football: Week 15 defense rankings
The fantasy football experts of Yahoo Fantasy reveal their Week 15 defense rankings.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Hegseth continues courting senators for top defense post
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, is still meeting lawmakers on Capitol Hill in hopes of getting enough support from senators to clear the confirmation ...CBS News - 5d -
Boosting Cyprus' defense is key so close to the war-wracked Mideast, defense minister says
Cyprus' defense minister says that bolstering the defense capacity of the east Mediterranean island nation by getting new armaments is critical for a country so close to the war-wracked Middle EastABC News - 6d -
Good luck reforming the Department of Defense
Reforming and transforming the Department of Defense are aspirations, not actions.The Hill - 6d -
Ernst Suggests She Will Not Oppose Hegseth for Defense Secretary
Senator Joni Ernst, an Iowa Republican who is facing re-election in 2026, appeared less skeptical after President-elect Donald Trump’s supporters threatened her with political retribution.The New York Times - 6d -
Lawmakers face divisive fights on $884B defense bill
Congressional negotiators are facing roadblocks over divisive, culture war amendments on a 1,800-page National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that addresses core U.S. priorities on national ...The Hill - 6d -
Portal preview: Top defensive transfers available
Alabama defensive lineman Jaheim Oatis has announced his intention to enter the transfer portal.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Palantir, Anduril Partner on AI training for Defense
Palantir’s AI platform and Anduril’s systems will help with the retention and distribution of government defense data.Inc. - Dec. 8 -
What would DeSantis stand to gain as defense secretary?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is in the mix to be President-elect Donald Trump's next defense secretary pick should Pete Hegseth withdraw. Political strategists Mariel Sáez and Erin Perrine join ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Hegseth working to salvage defense secretary nomination
Pete Hegseth sat down with several senators Thursday as he works to save his bid to be President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of defense amid accusations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
China Slaps Sanctions on 13 U.S. Defense Firms
The largely symbolic move is in response to the Biden administration’s latest arms sales to Taiwan, the island democracy that China considers its own.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
The Last Time Alcohol Poisoned a Defense Nomination
Pete Hegseth is not the first.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Would Ron DeSantis want to be secretary of defense?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' name is being floated to replace Pete Hegseth as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, but does he want to take the role? CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Will Hegseth stay in fight for secretary of defense confirmation?
Pete Hegseth is saying President-elect Donald Trump told him to fight out the swirling backlash he is receiving over allegations of his misconduct. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
OpenAI partners with defense company Anduril
OpenAI and Anduril on Wednesday announced a partnership allowing the defense tech company to deploy advanced AI systems for "national security missions."CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Will Trump replace Hegseth pick with DeSantis for secretary of defense?
President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, news host Pete Hegseth, continues to face mounting backlash over allegations of impropriety in his past. CBS News campaign reporters ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Trump's pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, is in peril in the Senate
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Defense Department, Pete Hegseth, is in peril over allegations concerning drinking and his treatment of women.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump mulls replacing Hegseth with DeSantis for defense secretary
President-elect Trump is reportedly considering replacing Pete Hegseth as his nominee for defense secretary with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis after new allegations surfaced about Hegseth from his own ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump considering replacing Hegseth with DeSantis for defense secretary
President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing Fox News host Pete Hegseth, his embattled pick for defense secretary, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Defense for Nima Momeni claims Bob Lee did drugs with murder weapon
Attorneys for defendant Nima Momeni on Tuesday wrapped up their closing argument with a surprise video clip they claimed showed stabbing victim and Cash App founder Bob Lee doing cocaine with the ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Trump Considers DeSantis for Defense Secretary as His Support for Hegseth Falters
President-elect Donald J. Trump is weighing his options, even as Pete Hegseth meets with senators to muster support. Accusations of past misconduct have threatened his nomination from the start.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Trump considering replacing Pete Hegseth with Ron DeSantis for defense secretary
Amid allegations of heavy drinking and the mistreatment of women, President-elect Trump could be looking to replace Pete Hegseth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as his pick for defense ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump considering replacing Hegseth as defense secretary pick according to newspaper reports
President-elect Donald Trump faces further problems as he tries to fill top government jobs. His pick to head the DEA has withdrawn from consideration and lawmakers are voicing concerns over his ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for defense secretary, on shaky ground
Pete Hegseth, a military veteran and Fox News personality picked by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as defense secretary, is facing headwinds on Capitol Hill amid allegations of sexual ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Fantasy Football Playoff Defense (DST) Rankings
Which defenses can you trust to bring you to a fantasy football championship?Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Fantasy Football Rankings: Top defenses for Week 14
The fantasy football experts of Yahoo Fantasy reveal their Week 14 defense rankings.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Boeing’s volatile bonds could outshine the defense sector next year
Boeing Co. was named a “best idea” by the U.S. investment-grade team at CreditSights on Tuesday, on expectations the troubled aerospace company can stabilize its ratings and provide a path to ...MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Tuberville praises defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth amid misconduct allegations
Following his meeting Monday with Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth, Sen. Tommy Tuberville told reporters Hegseth would be "great" for the position.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Week 13 Takeaways: Broncos continue to win despite uncharacteristic defensive lapse
NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Trump's defense pick, Pete Hegseth, faces new misconduct allegations
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, is facing new misconduct allegations after previous allegations of sexual assault. CBS News confirmed Hegseth was forced to ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
The White House Goes on the Defense, and Israel and Hezbollah Trade Fire
Plus, mail trucks get a “goofy” upgrade.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
