J.D. Simkins
Executive Editor
J.D. Simkins is the executive editor of Military Times and Defense News, and a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War.
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PowerPoint creator, unwitting pioneer of military lethality, dies
Dennis Austin had no way of knowing that his creation would be hijacked by head-exploding graphics-loving DoD personnel.
Combat mass and speed: Europe moves to unlock Ukraine’s drone insights
Kyiv has amassed powerful knowledge on drone warfare as its forces battle Russia's invasion. Can allies tap into it?
How to Help Older Loved Ones Avoid Common Scams — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is back with tips to help protect your loved ones from common scams.
Defending the defense network from cyber threats: How does the US stack up?
Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., discusses U.S. needs for countering cyber threats at the annual Defense News Conference.
Modernizing the US Navy’s maritime industrial base amid production struggles
Panelists at the Defense News Conference discuss how the U.S. can revamp its shipbuilding efforts to remain competitive with adversaries.
Securing the Indo-Pacific amid a volatile U.S.-China relationship
Experts gather at the annual Defense News Conference to discuss how the U.S. and its allies can enforce security in the Indo-Pacific.
Securing the Indo-Pacific and boosting US shipbuilding | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.4.25
How can the U.S. counter threats from China? Plus, learn about efforts to master the cyber domain. That and more from the 2025 Defense News Conference.
France, Sweden send anti-drone units to Denmark to secure EU summit
Denmark in recent days observed unexplained drone activity at several of its airports as well as military locations.
Avoid the Autumn Budget Squeeze — Money Minute
Jeanette Mack from Navy Federal Credit Union is back with tips on how to prepare your finances for the upcoming holiday season.
EU vows haste in ‘drone wall’ plan for eastern borders
Companies offering counter-drone technology have begun jockeying for position for the envisioned project.
