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US Department of Defense
MediaBias News has published 6 stories involving US Department of Defense, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Conflict & Security · United StatesUS bars drones near Mexico border to counter cartel threats
The US has implemented temporary flight restrictions on unauthorized drone activity up to 400 feet above ground level and one nautical mile north of the US-Mexico border. The move aims to counter cartel threats and protect border security operations.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS military lost 81 aircraft in Iran war, report says
A Congressional Research Service report indicates that 81 US military aircraft have been damaged or destroyed since the United States and Israel began strikes against Iran on February 28. The total estimated value of these losses is $3.3 billion, with the Department of Defense spending approximately $38 billion on the conflict.
Middle East4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 55 · Hype 45
Health · United StatesPentagon mandates testosterone screening for US service members aged 30 and older
The US Department of Defense issued mandatory testosterone deficiency screening guidelines for active-duty and reserve service members aged 30 and older. Men will undergo blood tests, while women will be screened for fatigue and menstrual cycle disruptions. Treatment remains optional.
United States5 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesPentagon orders 30 US universities to audit foreign research ties by 31 August 2026
The US Department of Defense directed 30 academic institutions to audit their research and financial ties to foreign entities identified under federal law, including organisations linked to China. The institutions must submit findings by 31 August 2026 or face funding restrictions.
United States5 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 12
Conflict & Security · United StatesPentagon drafts nuclear strategy for regional war with China or Russia
The US Department of Defense is drafting a classified nuclear strategy that prioritises shorter-range tactical weapons for potential regional conflicts with China or Russia. The plan, led by policy chief Elbridge Colby, updates the president’s nuclear response options and is set to be presented at a military event in Nebraska.
United States4 min readTrust 58 · Craft 77 · Hype 30
Conflict & Security · United StatesUS signs $3bn missile defence deals as Iran demands control of Strait of Hormuz
The US Department of Defense has signed framework agreements with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to increase production of missile defence systems, including THAAD and Patriot. Northrop Grumman stated the deals are worth $3 billion. Meanwhile, Iran has demanded control over the Strait of Hormuz as a condition for ending military actions.
United States5 min readTrust 64 · Craft 95 · Hype 35