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FBI needs new limits on use of foreign spy data, says advisory board
The White House board says FBI should stop using a database of foreigners’ emails and communications to investigate crimes other than national security.
Iran acknowledges rocket explosion, says test malfunctioned
Iran acknowledged for the first time on Monday that a rocket at its Imam Khomeini Space Center exploded after satellite photos showed the blast last week, with an official saying a technical malfunction during a test caused the explosion.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Military: Midwest balloon flights didn’t spy on civilians
The military says recent high-altitude balloon flights over South Dakota and other Midwest states complied with federal laws against conducting surveillance on civilians.
US proceeding with plan for coalition to deter Iran threats
The United States will move ahead with plans to build a coalition of nations to monitor and deter Iranian threats against commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf area and in a heavy trafficked waterway between the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa, the chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff said Tuesday.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
US Air Force general: No pause in drone operations amid Iran tension
The U.S. Air Force continues to operate drones in the Middle East despite the recent downing of an RQ-4 surveillance drone by Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
By Valerie Insinna
Why the Air Force is investigating a cyber attack from the Navy
The Air Force has reportedly seized an attorney's computer and phone as part of an investigation into whether the Navy improperly spied on defense attorneys.
‘Ned Stark’ unveiled: Colonel who wrote viral leadership columns has a challenge for the Air Force
"Ned Stark" reveals who he is, why he's come forward now, and where he thinks the Air Force needs to go from here.
Here’s why a Russian surveillance plane was in the US taking photos of military activities
Great Falls hosted a Russian surveillance plane taking aerial photos of military activities in the western U.S. as part of an international treaty.
Air Guard’s RC-26 decision undermines Trump’s border security priorities
Despite the important abilities of the RC-26 reconnaissance plane, Air Guard officials announced they’ll be removing it from use, and will do so quickly.
By Rep. Adam Kinzinger
Air Guard decision undermines Trump’s border security priorities
National security is our top priority. So if we’re looking to strengthen our border and improve the situation there, we need to call on our National Guard units, and implement a strategy to work together more effectively.
By Rep. Adam Kinzinger
US spy planes moving to southwest England by 2024
The U.S. Air Force’s Britain-based spy aircraft are getting another flight leg on their European mission, as the service consolidates its assets on the continent.
By Kyle Rempfer