Secretary of Defense
Spies, Lies, and Silicon Valley: Shane Smith Interviews Ashton Carter (Part 4)
In the final part of the series, Secretary Carter speaks about how the Edward Snowden revelations have affected the NSA and big tech, and about his push to bring Silicon Valley innovation to the Department of Defense.
Snowden Leaks Hurt Pentagon’s Push for Tech Innovation, Defense Secretary Suggests
In the fourth and final part of their interview, Shane Smith and Secretary of Defense Ash Carter discuss government secrecy and surveillance.
How Does the US Leave Afghanistan? - Shane Smith Interviews Ashton Carter (Part 3)
In the third of a four-part series, Shane Smith asks Ashton Carter about the recent surge in violence in Afghanistan and what US withdrawal means for the Afghan people.
The Challenge of the Islamic State: Shane Smith Interviews Ashton Carter (Part 2)
In the second of a four-part series, Secretary Carter explains how the Islamic State became so popular so quickly, and what will have to be done to ensure a lasting defeat.
Cyberspies, Nukes, and the New Cold War: Shane Smith Interviews Ashton Carter (Part 1)
In the first part a four-part series, VICE founder Shane Smith speaks with US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter about cybersecurity and tensions between Russia and the West.
Nukes Won’t Buy Russian Prosperity: VICE News Interviews Pentagon Chief Ashton Carter
In an exclusive interview with VICE, the Pentagon's top official says that Kremlin efforts to "rattle nuclear sabers" won't bring progress to Russia's people.
Shane Smith Interviews US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter (Trailer)
VICE founder Shane Smith interviews US Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter about Putin's nukes, the rise of the Islamic State, Afghan tumult, and repairing the NSA's reputation.
Pentagon Responds to Russian Hacker Breach by 'Showing a Little Leg'
In a speech at Stanford University today, Secretary of Defense Ash Carter revealed the news of the breach — and in so doing sent a signal to Silicon Valley.
What Was Said and Unsaid During Ashton Carter’s Nomination for Secretary of Defense
President Obama nominated Ashton Carter to replace Chuck Hagel to become his next secretary of defense. The announcement ceremony — normally a staid affair — was notable.
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel Being Told to Step Off, Get Under Bus
As a rare anti-Iraq War Republican, Hagel was brought on to oversee the withdrawal of US forces from Iraq and Afghanistan, but has faced a wide array of crises around the world.