Security & Defense

Policy: U.S. Security & Defense

FBI Warns of Domestic Threats Linked to Israel–Hamas War

'Lone actors' may take inspiration from recent attacks on Israel to commit violence on American soil, FBI Director Christopher Wray said.

‘Presidential’ Emergency Alert Sent Out to Millions of Americans’ Phones

"Presidential alert" was sent out at 2:18 p.m. ET Oct. 4 to test national emergency system, causing cell phones, TVs, and radios to emit familiar alarm sound.

22 Years On, Is the US Ready for a Next Big Attack?

America’s infrastructure has grown to survive similar attacks as 9/11, but there are new vulnerabilities. “Imagine what is possible if the CCP hacks our grid?"

China-Based Hackers Impersonated US Voters With AI-generated Propaganda During 2022 Elections: Microsoft

Microsoft says China-based hackers impersonated American voters online and used AI to create and promote divisive online content during 2022 midterm elections.

Massive Nationwide Test of US Emergency Alert System Coming Soon

In about a month, a massive nationwide test of the emergency alert system (EAS) will be carried out by FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
CCP’s Covert War on US

FBI on Frontline in Fight Against CCP’s Covert War on US

With an ever-growing list of FBI investigations, the agency zeroes in on combating Chinese espionage operations, its “top counterintelligence priority."

Biden Bans Some Investments in China, Declares ‘National Emergency’

Biden signed an EO to begin process of restricting high-tech U.S.-based investments going toward China in areas of AI, quantum technology, and semiconductors.

EXCLUSIVE: Senators Sound Alarm Over US Funding to Chinese Biotech Firm Over National Security...

Republican senators probe USDA over partnership with Chinese biotech firm BGI, collaboration could give China competitive edge, putting U.S. security in danger.

DEI Policies at Air Force Academy Harming Cadets’ Development: Retired Lieutenant General

DEI training and policies are harming the development of cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado, according to a retired Air Force lieutenant general.
House Committee on Energy & Commerce

Experts Warn Renewable Energy Creates ‘New Opportunities’ for Chinese Grid Attacks

America’s increasing reliance on intermittent power sources and batteries is creating novel risks, according to grid specialists who testified before Congress on July 18.

IN-DEPTH: Military Families No Longer Want Their Children to Enlist

More than two dozen military service members are discouraging children from donning uniform, marking tend of a legacy for some families, and tough decision for all.

House Adopts Amendments to Ban Transgender Procedures in Military, Repeal Abortion Travel Policy

House conservatives are bundling the nation’s defense budget with “culture war” amendments needed to reverse Biden admin’s “woke” politicization of the military.