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Pentagon Bets $1.1B on Drone Swarms as New Arsenal Race Accelerates

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of War is moving to rapidly arm U.S. forces with vast numbers of weaponized drones, unveiling a sweeping acquisition push that officials say will …

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Pentagon Highlights Rising Female Recruitment, Drone Advances, and D.C. Guard Deployment

August 18, 2025August 17, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Defense Department reported that all branches have surpassed recruitment goals for fiscal year 2025, with a notable increase in female enlistments. Nearly 24,000 women have joined …