Non-Proliferation

State Dept. Arms-Control Lead Leaves Trump Administration

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Andrea Thompson, the State Department’s point person for nuclear arms control, has left her post after 15 months on the job, Secretary of State Michael Pompeo announced late last week.
“Andrea Thompson is a dedicated public servant who brought over 25 years…

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DOE Dismisses DNFSB Recommendation on Savannah River Tritium Safety

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Advisory Board Wants DOE to Speed Up Savannah River Plutonium Downblending

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Former Tinder, Whiskey Execs Get Slots on Secretary of Energy Advisory Board

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Hyten Confirmed to Become Next Vice Chairman of Joint Chiefs

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