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DOD Official Lauds New Program to Streamline Acquisition Process

William A. LaPlante, undersecretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment, praised a new DOD pilot program designed to streamline the process for procuring new military technology.

U.S. Calls on All Parties in Middle East to De-Escalate Tensions

The U.S. government is monitoring the situation in the Middle East and calls on all parties to de-escalate regional tensions, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

A Year in, DOD Racks Up Wins for Foreign Military Sales

In 2022, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III directed the creation of a “tiger team” to look into ways the Defense Department could make the Foreign Military Sales system less foreboding for partner nations interested in purchasing U.S. military hardware.

DOD Mission Is a Natural Fit for Impactful Technology Professionals, Officials Say

The Defense Department’s critical mission and focus on the warfighter continues to serve as a key draw for technology professionals, a senior Pentagon official said.

Defense Community Increasing Pace of Innovation, Hicks Says

The effects of changes made in DOD acquisition processes are being felt and innovation within the department is speeding up, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said.

Austin Charts Further Progress in Deepening U.S.-Australia Alliance

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reaffirmed the impenetrable bond between the U.S. and Australia after hosting high-level talks with key Australian officials.

Florida Guard Supports Hurricane Debby Response

Florida National Guard soldiers conducted high-water rescue operations to help residents to safety after flooding from Hurricane Debby.

Austin, Australian Counterpart Meet in Advance of AUSMIN Consultations

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met at the Pentagon with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Richard Marles to discuss the historic military-to-military progress between the two nations.