Homeland Security

A Former Secretary Makes the Case for the Department of Homeland Security

Michael Chertoff discusses cybersecurity, our changing relationship with China, and his proudest moments as Secretary of Homeland Security. 

July 17, 2019

Our Current Defense Plans Fall Short

Aspen Security Forum Scholar Frederico Bartels argues that current defense plans shortchange the resources needed for the national defense strategy.

July 3, 2019
American soldiers with US flag in background.

Highlights from the 2018 Aspen Security Forum

Present and prior leaders in security and defense discuss modern emerging threats and foreign relations. Conversations center around Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran.

August 17, 2018
Aspen Security Forum 2018

The Global Race for Technological Leadership

Things have gotten a lot more complicated since the Space Race.

May 14, 2018

Relive the Highlights from the 2017 Aspen Security Forum

Watch excerpts from esteemed panelists at this year’s Forum.

July 31, 2017

Top Homeland Security Officials Talk Terrorism at Aspen Security Forum

Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly and Homeland Security Advisor Thomas Bossert shared their thoughts on US action at home and abroad.

July 20, 2017

Why Cybersecurity Is National Security

Michael Chertoff weighs in on the myriad of threats facing the nation, including cyberterrorism.

July 17, 2017

Former CIA and NSA Officials Explain the Divide Between Trump and the Intelligence Community

How worried should we be about the government’s intelligence divide?

April 19, 2017

Can we protect corporations from cybercrime?

How can people protect their businesses from cybercrime, which is becoming more sophisticated?

October 6, 2016

It is possible to design a computer system that can’t be hacked.

We have the ability to re-engineer our current computer systems to keep up with modern-day hackers.

October 5, 2016