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
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.
No, the Marines Are Not Calling Up Individual Ready Reservists amid Rising Mideast Tensions
A prank story on social media says that the 2nd Marine Division is involuntarily mobilizing Marines from the IRR.
Military News
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Army's New Sighting System Could Lead to Reckless Shooting and Fratricide, Experts Say
Army officials promise the RTA technology has performed well in soldier testing.
Air Force Colonel Fired over 'Loss of Trust and Confidence'
Col. Derek Stuart, the commander of 14th Operations Group at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss., was relieved on Jan. 2.
Army Picks Ammunition Maker for Its New Sniper Rifle
In a $10 million deal, Sig will manufacture the MK 248 MOD 1 and MOD 0 .300 Win Mag ammunition.
A Lance Corporal's Phone Selfie Got His Marine Unit 'Killed' at 29 Palms
Phones are proving to be a major potential vulnerability in military operations.
General Denies Request of Green Beret Pardoned by Trump to Regain Special Forces Tab
Following the pardon, Golsteyn's attorney filed paperwork to restore his Special Forces tab and Distinguished Service Cross.
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Army News
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.
Senators Demand Review of Army Reserve Sexual Assaults
Illinois Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth sent a letter to Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy.
Navy News
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.
Destroyer Commander Fired After Navy Loses Confidence in His Ability to Lead
Cmdr. Bob Bowen was fired "due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command."
Air Force News
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.
Lockdown Ends at Air Base; Resulted from 'Misunderstanding'
The McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base was on lockdown Wednesday after receiving reports of shots being fired.
Marine Corps News
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.
China's Antics Are a 'Game-Changer' for the Navy and Marine Corps, 4-Star Says
The U.S. needs an integrated naval force that is prepared to take on China, Marine Commandant Gen. David Berger said.
Hawaii-Based Marine Sentenced to 3 Years for Weapons Charges
A military judge sentenced a Hawaii-based Marine to a 36-month prison term on charges of possession of a modified firearm.
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."