Opinions
Military Spouses Should Speak Out Against Wars of Choice. Here’s How
Stories of trade-offs and heartache are a dime a dozen in the military community.
Military Might Alone Cannot Solve America's Problems
"Just because we have a strong military, should our first response to every hothead and trouble spot be the use of force?"
Soleimani’s Killing: Justified, or an Act of War?
On Jan. 3, early morning Baghdad time, the United States killed Iranian Maj. Gen. Qasem Soleimani.
Afghanistan
Budget News
Army, Navy Leaders Disagree over Who Is More Relevant in the Pacific
The secretary of the Army disagreed with the CNO's statements that the Navy should get a bigger piece of the defense budget.
Pentagon Backs Trump's Call for $7.2B More from Military Funds to Build Wall
The Trump administration is planning to take $7.2 more from the military to pay for the border wall.
The Battle Against Rust a $3 Billion Problem for the Navy
A 2014 report pegged the cost for Navy ships at $3 billion, a quarter of their overall maintenance expenses.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
ISIS's 'Very Own Jabba the Hutt' Captured in Mosul
An Iraqi SWAT team this week captured a hefty ISIS official who was pictured crammed into the bed of a police pickup truck.
US Military Resumes Counter-Islamic State Operations in Iraq
An official said details are still being worked out to restore the training of Iraqi forces.
IS Claims Pakistan Mosque Bombing as Death Toll Rises to 15
The powerful explosion ripped through a mosque during the evening prayers on Friday.
Military News
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Navy's Top Admiral Has No Apologies Over Carrier Lincoln's Extra-Long Deployment
The carrier deployed in April 2019. Last week, the ship arrived in Hawaii before making its final trek to San Diego.
This Lawmaker Is the Only Veteran on the Team Arguing for Trump’s Impeachment
Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, served with the 82nd Airborne Division and 75th Ranger Regiment.
DoD to Announce New Base Security Measures Worldwide in Wake of Pensacola Shooting
Esper will provide Naval Air Station Pensacola leadership with a preview of new security measures being developed.
Army IDs Green Beret Killed During Free Fall Training Exercise
Master Sgt. Nathan Goodman, 36, died "during a routine military free fall" near Eloy, Arizona, according to a release.
Air Force Two-Star Fired Amid Investigation into Misconduct Allegations
The investigation is ongoing.
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Army News
Army Cancels $45 Billion Bradley Replacement Competition After Only One Bid Qualified
Two past efforts to replace the Bradley in 2009 and 2014 were canceled for cost-associated reasons.
US Veteran Among Alleged White Supremacists Arrested Before Gun Rally
The three men were believed to be planning to attend the pro-gun rally planned for Monday in Richmond.
Families of 82nd Airborne Soldiers Warned About Social Media Use After Threats
Family of soldiers deployed with the 82nd Airborne are being warned of "menacing" messages they might get on social media.
Navy News
Ex-Guantanamo Commander Convicted of Lying about Man's Death
A jury convicted Capt. Nettleton of obstruction of justice, concealing material facts, and making false statements.
Appeals Court Overturns Former Naval Academy Midshipman's Sexual Assault Conviction
Court documents called the 2016 incident "an alcohol-fueled sexual encounter."
Navy Review Backs Planned Expansion of Nevada Bombing Range
The expanded range would cover an area half the size of Delaware.
Air Force News
After Military Social Media Flubs, 4-Star Promises Improvements
One of the Pentagon's top officers says the military still has a long way to go to reach Americans online effectively.
Facing Accusations of Sexual Assault, General Says He Wants to Help Victims
The Joint Staff is getting a special assistant to support troops facing issues including sexual assault and domestic abuse.
Air Force Two-Star Fired Amid Investigation into Misconduct Allegations
The investigation is ongoing.
Marine Corps News
Marines to Get New Lightweight Polymer Ammo for 'Ma Deuce' Machine Gun
The Marine Corps has inked a $10M contract with MAC LLC for new lightweight polymer machine-gun ammunition.
After Fatal Aircraft Collision, Marines Will Get Better Emergency Signal Devices
In 2020, every Marine squadron will receive new signaling devices that automatically activate when they touch water.
US Military Should Pivot Away from Fixed Bases and Focus on China Threat: Lawmaker
If Iran can easily target U.S. installations in the Middle East with ballistic missiles, imagine what China could do.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Wrapping Up Study on Why Minority Members Leave the Service
The Coast Guard will wrap up a study examining why minority service members are leaving its ranks.
Coast Guard Helps Rescue Fishermen After Capsized Boat Found off Oregon Coast
Three fishermen were rescued Tuesday night after the U.S. Coast Guard found their boat capsized near Coos Bay, Oregon.
Deadly Boat Fire: 4 Families of Victims File Suit Against Conception Owners
Documents filed in federal court allege the vessel, which was owned by Truth Aquatics, was "unseaworthy."