Jen Judson
Land Warfare Reporter
Jen Judson is an award-winning journalist covering land warfare for Defense News. She has also worked for Politico and Inside Defense. She holds a Master of Science degree in journalism from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kenyon College.
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US Army’s first hypersonic battery to be fully equipped by December
The US Army’s first hypersonic battery will have its full load of eight missiles by December, marking a major milestone in the program.
US and Mideast countries seek Kyiv’s drone expertise as Russia-Ukraine talks put on ice
Ukraine announced earlier this year that it would begin exporting low-cost interceptor drones specifically designed to hunt and destroy Iranian Shaheds.
Novel interceptor drones bend air-defense economics in Ukraine’s favor
Artificial intelligence plays no role yet in interception missions — today it is still manual ramming or close-in detonation.
US launches Precision Strike Missiles in Iran war in first combat use
Video shows the Precision Strike Missile being launched in open desert terrain from M142 HIMARS as part of Operation Epic Fury.
VIDEO: US sub sinks Iranian warship
In a first since World War II, a U.S. Navy submarine used a torpedo to sink an enemy warship, the Pentagon confirmed Wednesday.
National Guard member’s invention allows cyber warfare training on the go
Senior Master Sgt. Taylor Gow's innovation was accepted into the Air Force’s annual Spark Tank competition.
2026 Tech Disruptors
The Defense News 2026 Tech Disruptors is an annual list of top tech leaders shaping defense technology.
Hegseth, Caine lay out Iran goals: “No stupid rules of engagement, no nation-building quagmire.”
Defense Secretary acknowledges casualties, says goals of Operation Epic Fury are "laser focused." Joint Chiefs Chairman says more troops moving to theater.
CENTCOM releases footage of more strikes in Iran, US assets launching attacks
New footage features fighters from the aircraft carrier Nimitz and missile launches from the guided missile destroyer Pinckney.
New military-inspired firearms make debuts | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 3.3.26
Showcasing a range of civilian firearms with a military inspiration, vendors at SHOT Show 2026 display their latest. Plus, Navy and military health care updates
