Defense & Military

VCJCS Nominee Would Prioritize Supporting Nuclear Forces

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Brian Bradley
NS&D Monitor
7/17/2015
Nuclear capabilities would be one of three areas of “particular emphasis” for the nominee of the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff if he is confirmed, according to in testimony he submitted in advance…

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Global Nuclear Zero Unlikely, Says NORTHCOM and NORAD Commander

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State Dept. Officials Tout U.S.-Russian Nuclear Security Cooperation

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Y-12 Saving Money Through Energy Performance Contracts

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Centrus Names New CFO

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