Jen Judson
Land Warfare Reporter
Jen Judson is an award-winning journalist covering land warfare for Defense News. She has also worked for Politico and Inside Defense. She holds a Master of Science degree in journalism from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kenyon College.
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Army moves ahead on plans to replace storied Bradley Fighting Vehicle
The program to replace the venerable Bradley infantry fighting vehicle is expected to cost $45 billion.
Latest Chinook helo variant has excessive rotor blade vibrations heading into major test
The Army is dealing with excessive vibrations with its new Chinook rotor blade design heading into a limited-user test this spring.
Joint Assault Bridge ready for initial fielding after testing redo
A second round of operational testing for the Joint Assault Bridge, after a failed first try, has paved the way for fielding.
Creeping weight of Abrams tank concerns Pentagon’s chief weapons tester
The Pentagon's chief weapons tester is concerned the Abram tank's increased weight is causing transportability issues, but the service says the new version can perform like the current fleet.
Infantry Squad Vehicle is a cramped ride, but US Army says it meets requirements
The Army's Infantry Squad Vehicle is meeting its requirements, but due to the nature of its role to rapidly inject an infantry squad into battle, it's a tight fit for passengers.
US Army chief teases new Arctic strategy
Army Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville detailed a few elements on how the Army would ramp up its capability in the Arctic prior to the public release of its strategy for the region.
US Army’s cross-domain tactical missile dies in FY21 defense spending bill
The FY21 defense spending bill shows the Cross-Domain Army Tactical Missile System program has been terminated.
Army long-range cannon gets direct hit on target 43 miles away
The Extended-Range Cannon Artillery system has taken out a target in a direct hit with a 70 kilometer stand-off using an Excalibur munition.
US Army mobile howitzer shoot-off participants emerge
The Army has picked its mobile howitzer candidates for its upcoming shoot-off in the Arizona desert. Those participating companies are beginning to emerge.
Light tank prototypes arrive at Fort Bragg for soldier evaluation
Mobile Protected Firepower prototypes will be put through the paces with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, at the start of the new year.
