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The Pandemic War: Have We Become Our Own Worst Enemy?
Policymaking has become so polarizing that it makes a rational, dispassionate, policy formulation all but impossible.
The Military May Be Sacrificing Too Much in the Name of Global Presence
For too long, the DoD has used the strategic objectives of deterrence and influence to justify "presence" missions.
Let's Avoid a Second Health Crisis in the Wake of COVID-19
Telemental health, if optimized, is a solution in providing care to those who need it most.
Afghanistan
Budget News
Massive Relief Bill Would Triple Military Hospital Beds, Fund Guard Deployments
The measure would give the DoD $1.5 billion to open expeditionary hospitals as experts warn bed space will fall short.
The Coast Guard Has Billions in Overdue Maintenance, and Lawmakers Are Concerned
Congress appropriated about $12.2 billion for the Coast Guard in fiscal 2020.
Navy Defends Cutting 36 Super Hornets from Budget Amid Strike Fighter Shortfall
A top Navy modernization official had to justify the service's decision to kill plans to build 36 new F/A-18 Super Hornets.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Rocket Attack on US Base in Afghanistan
The five rockets launched at the base did not cause any injuries, the military said in a tweet.
Extremists See Global Chaos from Virus as an Opportunity
Al-Qaida suggested in a statement Tuesday that non-Muslims use their time in quarantine to learn about Islam.
US Has Given 'Limited Support' to Taliban in ISIS Fight, General Says
The four-star commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan made the stunning admission Tuesday.
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Air Force Shortens Recruit Training, Shifts to New Base Amid Pandemic
Officials are also working to reschedule recruit accessions into BMT to better filter trainees through the pipeline.
Modly Resigns as Acting SecNav Amid Backlash Over Carrier Captain's Firing
Modly submitted his resignation letter to Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Tuesday.
Nimitz Becomes 4th Aircraft Carrier with COVID-19 Case: Report
Politico reported Tuesday that a sailor on board the carrier Nimitz (CVN 68) has tested positive for COVID-19.
These States Are Giving Cash to Veterans Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic
Some states are stepping up and helping veterans in this time of need.
The Army Plans to Issue 'Black or Camouflage' Face Masks to Soldiers
The U.S. Army's top enlisted soldier said Tuesday that the service plans to issue some type of non-surgical mask to troops.
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Army News
'Terrible, Tragic Mistake:' Top General Warns Enemies Not to Test US Military Readiness
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff warned adversaries Thursday against "taking advantage" during the pandemic.
Soldiers Use Parachute-Mending Skills to Sew Coronavirus Surgical Masks
Soldiers who usually mend parachutes and rigging are turning those skills to sewing much-needed coronavirus surgical masks.
Army Combat Units Now Getting New 7.62mm Squad Marksman Rifles
Deliveries of the M110A1 are expected to continue through the middle of 2021.
Navy News
After Week of Navy Chaos, SecNav and CNO Seek to Reassure Sailors
The service's top leaders issued separate force-wide messages pledging to keep sailors and their families safe.
Investigation into Navy Carrier CO's Firing Now Complete, Top Admiral Says
Gilday said he has not ruled out any options, including possibly reinstating Crozier, if that's where the investigation leads...
Roosevelt Sailor with COVID-19 Found Unresponsive in Guam
The sailor is a member of the crew of the carrier Theodore Roosevelt, which reported its first cases of COVID-19 on March 24.
Air Force News
Head of Global Strike Command Wants to Make Air Force Bombers Even More Lethal
The Air Force plans to have 165 to 175 bombers in its inventory once the B-21 Long Range Strike Bomber comes online.
Some Airmen Are Being Grouped in ‘Pods’ to Limit Coronavirus Spread
Some U.S. Air Force units have instituted a buddy system that groups individuals into cohorts.
A-10 Makes Emergency Belly Landing at Moody Air Force Base
An A-10 Thunderbolt II made a belly landing at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, after its pilot declared an emergency .
Marine Corps News
The Marine Corps Wants to Transform JLTVs into Aircraft-Killing Trucks
Marine Corps Systems Command recently invited defense firms to submit ideas for creating the Direct Fire Defeat System.
Infantry Marines Are Now Getting Lighter, More Streamlined Body Armor
The Marine Corps has started fielding a new plate carrier vest that features a more streamlined cut
5 Differences Between Army and Marine Corps Infantry
They have more similarities than differences, but they are unique forces.
Coast Guard News
Sunken Southern California Tall Ship Will Be Demolished
A tall ship that sank at its dock in Dana Point will be demolished because there is no safe way to lift and salvage it.
Coast Guard Orders Cruise Companies to Form Medical Plans
The Coast Guard has determined that crew members on cruise ships in Galveston, Texas present a public health risk.
Coast Guard Ship Plays ‘World’s Largest Claw Game’ to Get Sunken Buoy out of Lake Michigan
According to the Facebook post, crews locate the buoy by dragging a grapple across the lakebed until the line tightens.