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The Hill • Max Rego

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea, drawing criticism from retired Air Force colonel

Retired Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton called President Trump’s directive to reduce joint exercises with South Korea “an unforced error,” arguing the move would diminish critical military cooperation between the two countries. The comments highlight the operational and strategic consequences of changing established exercise commitments.

Also: AirForceTimes
2026-08-17T08:06:12.369272-07:00
Leadership   L3Harris   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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Reuters

L3Harris ousts CEO Kubasik over conduct breach, names insider Mehta as replacement

By Reuters: L3Harris Technologies said on Monday Chairman and CEO ‌Christopher Kubasik had left the company after a board investigation found he had engaged in conduct inconsistent with the defense contractor's code of conduct, sending its shares down 2.5% in early morning trading.

Also: Seeking Alpha and Defense One
2026-08-17T05:06:39.097415-07:00
Aircraft Carrier   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Policy  
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The Hill • Ian Swanson

Ask the editors: What happened with the USS Abraham Lincoln?

By The Hill: Editor's Call Ask the editors: What happened with the USS Abraham Lincoln? by The Hill Staff - 08/17/26 9:13 AM ET by The Hill Staff - 08/17/26 9:13 AM ET Article Content Reports of poor conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln last week drew widespread criticism before the U.S.

Also: NBC News
2026-08-17T06:20:50.669011-07:00