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Ben Watson
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Senior Multimedia Editor, Defense One
Washington
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I’m interested in everything, and nothing else.
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The D Brief: Crash near border kills 2 US troops; Pentagon axes two advisors for alleged leaks; Leadership shakeups continue; ACLU sues DoDEA over banned books; And a bit more.
By Audrey Decker Verified, Ben Watson Verified| Defense One Verified A years-long debate over SPACECOM’s headquarters was rehashed in a Tuesday report from the DOD inspector general. Pentagon officials initially chose Alabama over Colorado because it would be roughly $420 mil cheaper to construct the command’s headquarters there, the report found. But the Biden administration reversed that move in 2023, deciding to keep the headquarters in Colorado Springs.
The D Brief: Trump militarizes border, testing courts; Adm. Caudle for CNO?; Tariff war could cost DOD critical minerals; And a bit more.
By Audrey Decker Verified, Ben Watson Verified| Defense One Verified Skip to Content Sponsor Message Sponsor Message Insights & Reports The Trump administration wants to turn a long stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border into an Army base in an extraordinary move that’s likely to be challenged in court, U.S. officials told the Associated Press on Monday, three days after the White House released a memo entitled, “Military Mission for Sealing the Southern Border of the United States and Repelling Invasions.” In that memo, President Trump said he wanted this...
The D Brief: Crash near border kills 2 US troops; Pentagon axes two advisors for alleged leaks; Leadership shakeups continue; ACLU sues DoDEA over banned books; And a bit more.
By Audrey Decker Verified, Ben Watson Verified| Defense One Verified A years-long debate over SPACECOM’s headquarters was rehashed in a Tuesday report from the DOD inspector general. Pentagon officials initially chose Alabama over Colorado because it would be roughly $420 mil cheaper to construct the command’s headquarters there, the report found. But the Biden administration reversed that move in 2023, deciding to keep the headquarters in Colorado Springs.
Company Info
Defense One
Defense One is a digital publication established in 2013 by Atlantic Media Company, based in Washington, D.C. It focuses on delivering breaking news, exclusive commentary, and timely analysis on national security issues. The platform serves defense and industry leaders, innovative decision-makers, and stakeholders interested in national security. The content offered by Defense One includes articles, commentary pieces, and analysis on various topics related to national security, such as policy, threats, business, and science & technology. With a mission to provide comprehensive coverage, Defense One aims to shape the future of defense and security through insightful reporting and expert commentary. The company has a reported revenue of approximately $2 million and employs around 11 people.
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
+1 631-293-7401
Founded: 2013