The top Democrat on a cybersecurity subcommittee says the “drastic reorganization” obligates CISA’s acting director to discuss its plans with lawmakers.

Shutdowns always hamper government operations, but personnel cuts further exacerbate cyber risks, experts say.

Democrats voted against a bill they once supported, citing President Trump’s actions on cyber personnel.

In a wide-ranging speech and interview, Nakasone also talked about Trump administration moves and the shape of cyber offensive operations.

The little-populated state is seeing its governor and two senators move into key positions to influence cyber policy.

The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee on Wednesday also advanced legislation to strengthen the federal IT supply chain.

The 40-member panel has suggestions for whoever wins, from how to handle regulations to deterring malicious hackers.

CyberScoop has the full details of the legislation, under which Rep. Mark Green wants to establish an ROTC-like program and more.

If elected again, the former president might draw both on returning officials and yet-untapped pockets of talent.

Committee members voted 10-1 to advance all three bipartisan pieces of legislation, setting the stage for full Senate consideration.