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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.
COVID-19 and the Geopolitics of Petroleum
One of the immediate effects of the COVID-19 pandemic was a sharp drop in world demand for petroleum.
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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Modly Resigns as Acting SecNav Amid Backlash Over Carrier Captain's Firing
Modly submitted his resignation letter to Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Tuesday.
Trump Orders VA to Stop Withholding Money from Veterans
The president has directed the Department of Veterans Affairs to suspend debt collections immediately.
President Trump Says He Might Intervene in Fired Navy Captain's Case
Trump said Crozier "did a bad thing" by sending the letter, but added that "people have bad days."
Some Veterans May Need to Take This Extra Step to Get Their Stimulus Check
Make sure your economic stimulus check isn't delayed.
DIY T-Shirt Masks and Balaclavas: Military Services Release Face-Covering Guidance
The military branches are requiring troops to make their own cloth face masks after the Pentagon's latest policy.
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Army News
As Army Calls on Medics to Return to Service, Congress Considers New Skills Reserve
The initiative now lies with Congress to move on the report.
Get 'A Pair of Scissors:' Army Grooming Standards Still in Effect, Officials Say
The Army's chief of staff said there are no plans to follow the other military branches in relaxing grooming standards.
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.
Navy News
More than Half the Navy's Coronavirus Cases Are on the Carrier Theodore Roosevelt
Nearly 300 sailors on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt have tested positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
Modly's Final Message to the Fleet: 'I Lost Situational Awareness'
Thomas Modly, who resigned from his position on Tuesday, told sailors and Marines they are justified in being angry with him.
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.
Air Force News
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 .
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.
Person Detained at Ellsworth Air Force Base Main Gate
The main gate at the base was closed for about four hours after the individual showed up.
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.