The week ahead

Senior defense officials are scheduled to participate in several events this week. Meanwhile, Congress is working to pass a final spending deal before Friday's government shutdown deadline.

Monday

The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosts an event on U.S. alliances.

CSIS also hosts a discussion with retired senior military officers on "civic education as a national security imperative."

Tuesday

The Council on Foreign Relations hosts a discussion with Marine Corps Commandant Gen. David Berger.

The Heritage Foundation hosts a discussion on the “Iran nuclear challenge.”

Wednesday

The Air Force Association hosts a discussion on nuclear deterrence.

The Heritage Foundation hosts a discussion on Army modernization with the chief of Army Combat Capabilities Development Command.