OpinionMay 22, 2026Crypto and the blockchain tech behind it give US a sizable military advantageTrump administration's embrace of cryptocurrency creates an opportunity for the Pentagon to adopt blockchain for defense and national security uses.
OpinionOctober 24, 2025America’s allies are finally paying their fair share for defense. Now they must pay their billsForeign governments owe American companies billions in unpaid bills while violating trade agreements, prompting congressional calls for diplomatic action and accountability.
OpinionJuly 15, 2024I ran the Pentagon under Trump and we need to fight like ReaganAmerica's defense budget continues to shrink while our adversaries rise in power. I ran the Pentagon but I learned from Ronald Reagan that 'peace through strength' is the way to win.
OpinionSeptember 1, 2023What I just saw in Taiwan is the key to stopping a Chinese invasionI just returned from Taiwan, having met with President Tsai Ing-wen, her cabinet, and various ministries.
OpinionMay 10, 2023Turkey's Erdogan Stockholm syndrome pleases Putin, threatens NATOTayyip Erdogan's Turkey is now the primary obstacle to Sweden joining NATO.
OpinionMarch 29, 2023This little country will help deliver a major blow to Putin's warThe young democracy of Lithuania shed the yoke of Soviet occupation just a mere 33 years ago.
OpinionFebruary 21, 2023War in Ukraine: Here's how we defeat Russia and deter ChinaWe should pause on this gruesome anniversary to assess how best to facilitate victory for Ukraine and send the right signals to Russia and China.
OpinionSeptember 19, 2022Long, slow decline of the US military's all-volunteer force puts America in dangerU.S. military’s all-volunteer force is in a long, slow decline because of a host of issues. We need to inspire more young people to serve their country.
OpinionJuly 28, 2022The Ukraine war shocked the world. We must act now to prevent the next one in AsiaPutin's invasion of Ukraine could have been prevented. Now Taiwan is at the center of another contest between a dictator and democracy.
OpinionSeptember 11, 2020Defense Secretary Esper: Since Sept. 11 attacks, our heroic military has successfully fought terrorismWe have dealt devastating blows to Al Qaeda and other terrorist groups around the world by eliminating key leaders, cutting off resources, and crippling their attempts to orchestrate future attacks.