Revised U.S. defense act urges tougher measures against N.K. By Shin Hyon-hee The Korean Herald The NDAA resulted from months-long negotiations between Democrats and Republicans through the double-chamber legislature’s conference committee. The Democrat-controlled Senate had resisted some hard-line proposals from the Republican-dominated House including the MD base plan due to uncertainty and budget pressure. […]
Politico Article on Potential Hagel Nomination Quotes John Isaacs
Chuck Hagel sideshow could mean ‘new universe’ for nominees By Darren Samuelsohn and Kate Brannen Politico Washington’s latest sideshow is all about Chuck Hagel, and it’s got a little something for everyone. Click here to read the full article, including quotes from John Isaacs.
Lt. General Gard Appears on David Pakman Show Discussing Pentagon Spending
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Lt. General Robert G. Gard, Jr. Discusses Reshaping Pentagon Spending with Ian Masters
A General on Why We Should Cut the Defense Budget on Background Briefing with Ian Masters. Listen to or download the file here Notable quotes: “If we could get Congress to start appropriating funds for defense programs based on security needs instead of the needs of their states or districts we could save a […]
PoliticoPro Article on East Coast Missile Defense Quotes Phil Coyle
Published in PoliticoPro Click here to read the piece. (paywall.) By Kate Brennan Published in PoliticoPro on December 12, 2012 North Korea’s successful rocket launch Wednesday energized Republican calls in Washington for increased investment in U.S. missile defense.