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DTRA newsroom features updates on global threat reduction missions, counterproliferation efforts, and defense research that supports national security operations worldwide.

 

 

 
Participants in front of helicopter

March 31, 2026

DTRA Leverages R&D Expertise to Support Joint Task Force-Southern Border Mission

Leadership from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) conducted a high-level site visit to Joint Task Force-Southern Border (JTF-SB) on March 24, 2026, to identify technical solutions for countering evolving security threats along the U.S. southern border.

Military Personnel using testing kits in full mopp suits

March 30, 2026

Bridging the gap between lab, field: Building the future of CBRN defense at SCOUT 26

Over 100 joint warfighters from across the country had the opportunity to get hands-on experience with and give direct feedback on the latest developments in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense technology at the Science & Technology CBRN-Capability Operational User Trial 2026 (SCOUT 26) at Camp Dawson, West Virginia, from March 20 to March 26, 2026.

Ms. Laura Gross, DTRA’s Director of Global Threat Directorate, Mr. Ian Watson, Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (DASW/CBRND) and Dr. Greg Koblentz Director of the Biodefense Graduate Program at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government.

March 19, 2026

DTRA, NDU Host High-Stakes Rollout of New Biological Weapons Deterrence Framework

Amidst a rapidly shifting global landscape and the escalating threat of biological warfare, the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and National Defense University (NDU) convened more than 100 senior leaders from across the national security enterprise to confront this critical challenge. The high-stakes event, held on March 12 at NDU, served as the official rollout of the groundbreaking report.

Alice Crabtree receiving Award

March 18, 2026

Congratulations to Alice Crabtree on winning a prestigious individual achievement award!

Alice Crabtree received a prestigious individual achievement award for overhauling DTRA's financial reporting process. By replacing a reactive, year-end approach with a structured monthly reconciliation system, she resolved a material weakness, saved thousands of man-hours, and strengthened audit readiness — a model now adopted as a best practice across the wider DoW.

The Honorable Robert Kadlec speaks at NDU on March 12.

March 17, 2026

Dr. Robert Kadlec Unveils National Biodeterrence Efforts at DTRA-NDU Report Rollout

In a decisive move to bolster national security, the Honorable Dr. Robert Kadlec, Assistant Secretary of War for Nuclear Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and Programs, delivered a powerful keynote address on March 12 at the "Framework for Biological Weapons Deterrence: Report Rollout." Co-hosted by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and the National Defense University (NDU), the event united over 100 senior leaders to establish a strategic front against the rapidly evolving threat of biological warfare.

43 participants of workshop organized by RACVIAC

March 10, 2026

Regional WMD Training Initiative Continues With C-WMD Capability Enhancement Workshop In Skopje

From 4 to 6 March 2026 the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (C-WMD) Capability Enhancement Workshop was held in Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia. The Workshop was organized by RACVIAC – Centre for Security Cooperation in partnership with the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) and the Ministry of Defence of North Macedonia.

military parade formation.

Feb. 25, 2026

A Full Circle Moment: Returning as Parade Reviewing Official, Sgt. Maj. Daniel Mangrum Reflects on His Marine Corp Journey at MCRD Graduation

On Friday, February 13, 2026, the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego celebrated a momentous graduation ceremony for Company B, 1st Battalion, with Marine Corps Sergeant Major (Sgt. Maj.) Daniel Mangrum serving as the Parade Reviewing Official (PRO).

Maj. Gen. Lyle K. Drew, Acting Director of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), and Sgt. Maj. Daniel Mangrum, DTRA Senior Enlisted Leader participate in physical training (PT) session with military personnel from DTRA-West.

Feb. 13, 2026

Strategic deterrence starts with world class-training.

Major General Lyle K. Drew and his leadership team are conducting a multi-site visit to DTRA-West and the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) to provide executive oversight and engage with regional personnel.

Major General Drew sits down with officials from South Korea's Arms Control and Verification Agency (KAVA).

Feb. 12, 2026

DTRA Leadership Reinforces Indo-Pacific Alliances in WMD Counter-Proliferation Push

The acting head of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency recently completed strategic engagements across the Indo-Pacific, meeting with allies in South Korea and Japan to bolster cooperation against weapons of mass destruction threats in what Pentagon officials call the world's most strategically contested region.

DTRA Leadership at JMUA Ceremony at DTRA Headquarters

Jan. 21, 2026

DTRA Receives Joint Meritorious Unit Award

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) was honored with the Joint Meritorious Unit Award (JMUA) during a ceremony at held at the DTRA headquarters Dec. 16, 2025.