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Jordain Carney

Jordain Carney
Jordain Carney is a defense reporter at National Journal. She previously worked as a staff writer for the Hotline, covering congressional and gubernatorial elections in the South. Jordain graduated from the University of Arkansas with a bachelor's degree in English, political science, and journalism.
Digital Government

Pentagon to Ask for More Cyber Spending in Next Budget

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said the department would focus more on intelligence gathering, reconnaissance.

  • By Jordain Carney, National Journal
Digital Government

Analysis: Five Years Later, U.S. Drone Use on the Decline

But key questions -- including how targets are chosen and an official civilian death count -- remain unanswered.

  • By Jordain Carney, National Journal
Digital Government

Defense Leaders Say Cyber is Top Terror Threat

Poll echoes growing concerns from Defense leaders and members of Congress.

  • By Jordain Carney, National Journal