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GI Jane Was a Fairy Tale: Fighting for Respect in the Marine Corps
"I need you to put on a flak jacket, ma'am."
The Necessary Impact of Captain Marvel on the Military
"Without deliberate efforts to recruit and retain women, half the population will remain out of reach and the military."
Chairman's Flight Surgeon Shares Insights on How to Run Farther and Live Longer
"Researchers are looking at ways that can extend our lives, and quality of life, well into our latter decades."
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Budget News
House Committee Rejects Plan to Reallocate $1 Billion in DoD Funding to Border
The move will not, however, prevent the Defense Department from moving forward with the plan.
USS Truman's Early Retirement Could Present Questionable Future for Carriers
The Navy's proposed budget -- published this month -- calls for dismantling the Truman in 2024.
Pentagon Authorizes $1 Billion for Border Fence, Roads After Emergency Declaration
The money will help build 57 miles of 18-foot-high fencing on the Yuma and El Paso sections of the border.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
White House: ISIS Territory in Syria Eliminated
All remaining territory has been wrested from the Islamic State group in Syria, President Donald Trump announced Friday.
Renewed US-Led Air Strikes Pound ISIS Holdouts
US-led warplanes bombed the north bank of the Euphrates River in eastern Syria on Friday to flush out holdout jihadists
Trump Says ISIS Territory in Syria Nearly Eliminated
Trump has previously announced the defeat of the group, but sleeper cells of fighters have re-emerged.
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Sailors Will No Longer Need 12 Years of Good Conduct to Sport Gold Stripes
The Navy is rescinding its tradition requiring sailors to have 12 years of blemish-free conduct to rate gold stripes.
Marine Raiders Fire Back After Call to Disband MARSOC
Dissolving MARSOC would be a huge blow.
Marine Found Dead at Camp Pendleton Guard Post from Gunshot Wound to Head
The Marine Corps would not release any additional information regarding the incident.
Controversial Military Malpractice Policy May Be Closer to Overturn Than Ever
Feres ruling continues to bar military personnel from suing the government for malpractice.
Marine Commandant Personally Invites MARSOC Trailblazer to Become an Officer
Neller has called on Marine leaders to help the service retain its top talent throughout his time as commandant.
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Army News
Army Four-Star Nominated as Next Chief of Staff
If confirmed, McConville, the Army's current vice chief of staff, would replace Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley.
NASA Cancels First All-Female Spacewalk over Spacesuit Sizes
Plans for NASA's upcoming spacewalk have been altered.
Pentagon Authorizes $1 Billion for Border Fence, Roads After Emergency Declaration
The money will help build 57 miles of 18-foot-high fencing on the Yuma and El Paso sections of the border.
Navy News
VA to Announce Decision on New Agent Orange Presumptive Conditions
The Institute of Medicine has linked bladder cancer, hypothyroidism and Parkinson-like symptoms to the herbicide exposure.
VA to Drop Fight Against Blue Water Navy Veterans
The VA secretary says he will recommend DoJ not appeal a court ruling, adding that 51,000 veterans are receiving treatment.
USS Truman's Early Retirement Could Present Questionable Future for Carriers
The Navy's proposed budget -- published this month -- calls for dismantling the Truman in 2024.
Air Force News
Air Force General Tapped to Head US Space Command
U.S. Space Command has been called a stepping stone to creating a U.S. Space Force.
Suspected Racing Crash Involving Kirtland Airman Kills Woman, Injures 3
Police say a possible street racing crash involving at least one airman from Kirtland Air Force Base left a woman dead.
Protesters Petition University to Reconsider SecAF's Appointment as President
9,700 people have signed a petition urging the University of Texas at El Paso to reconsider its nomination of Heather Wilson.
Marine Corps News
GI Jane Was a Fairy Tale: Fighting for Respect in the Marine Corps
"I need you to put on a flak jacket, ma'am."
VA to Announce Decision on New Agent Orange Presumptive Conditions
The Institute of Medicine has linked bladder cancer, hypothyroidism and Parkinson-like symptoms to the herbicide exposure.
VA to Drop Fight Against Blue Water Navy Veterans
The VA secretary says he will recommend DoJ not appeal a court ruling, adding that 51,000 veterans are receiving treatment.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Officer's Alleged Terror Plot Highlights Need for Intrusive Leaders: Schultz
Lt. Christopher Hasson's alleged activities don't reflect on Coast Guard values, commandant says.
Philanthropist Remembered for his Role in Planning Coast Guard Museum
James J. Coleman Jr., remembered for his role in the development of the proposed National Coast Guard Museum, died at 77.
Coast Guard to Take $11.3 Billion Budget Proposal to Capitol Hill
The service's fiscal 2020 budget request seeks funds for new ships and aircraft and shore upgrades.