The White House Could Be Made A Fortress, But Should It Be?
It turns out the Secret Service isn't too good at protecting the White House. Maybe one reason is that we don't want it to be.
National Security
Secret Service Director To Face Tough Question At House Hearing
Lawmakers will question Secret Service Director Julia Pierson on how a man was able to jump the White House fence, cross the lawn and get into the White House before being stopped by agents.
Afghanistan Signs Deal Allowing 10,000 U.S. Troops To Remain
The Bilateral Security Agreement, approved by newly inaugurated President Ashraf Ghani, will keep some U.S. forces in Afghanistan past the end of the year.
Napolitano: ISIS Was One Of Many Similar Threats We Were Tracking
The former homeland security secretary and Arizona governor also talks about security improvements since the Sept. 11 attacks and the frustrations and potential solutions to the immigration debate.
Afghanistan's New President: 'Hold Me Accountable'
Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai takes over from Hamid Karzai after a disputed election that forced a unity government with rival candidate Abdullah Abdullah.
Prominent Muslim Sheik Issues Fatwa Against ISIS Violence
Sheik Abdullah bin Bayyah is considered one of the most influential Muslims in the world. As a respected scholar, he has issued edicts to explain why groups such as the Islamic State have it wrong.
Some Democrats At Odds Over Obama's Claim To Airstrike Authority
President Obama did not seek permission from Congress to launch airstrikes last week. Legal experts and some lawmakers question how valid his claims for action are.
The Uncertain Nature Of Obama's Arab Coalition
A coalition of Arab countries has joined in the U.S. fight against the Islamic State. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to Abderrahim Foukara of Al Jazeera about how effective the coalition can be.
More Chicago Flights Canceled; Suspect Was Told Of Hawaii Transfer
One day after Chicago's air traffic system was crippled, some flights resume and details emerge about the man suspected of setting a fire inside a federal radar center.
Ground Forces Needed To Play A Role In Strategy Against ISIS
Steve Inskeep talks to Michele Flournoy, a former Pentagon official during President Obama's first term, about the American-led strategy, and what will be needed to ensure success.