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Task force seeks lighter Javelin missiles, robot dogs for infantry
The Close Combat Lethality Task Force serves as lead advocate for infantry, close-combat programs.
By Todd South
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Mattis explains new roles, authorities at border
The new authorities allow for lethal use of force, some law enforcement activity — but Mattis said troops will not violate Posse Comitatus
By Tara Copp, AP
Mattis: Troops to stop using the term ‘secure’ at border locations
The military will have met initial the DHS request within the next week, but forces will remain through the holidays, at least.
By Tara Copp, AP
Homeland Security secretary expected to leave
President Donald Trump has soured on Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen and she is expected to leave her job, perhaps as soon as this week, according to two people with knowledge of the issue.
By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press
Mattis to visit border troops; still no cost estimate for mission
Up to 7,000 active-duty forces are responding to the caravan. But are they in the right place?
By Tara Copp, AP