Pentagon Awaits HHS Decision on Housing Migrant Children on Bases
The DoD is ready to work with the Department of Health and Human Services on the issue, a Pentagon spokesperson said.
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Military Options Ready to Stop Iran Developing Nuclear Weapons: Mattis
The SecDef said diplomacy is his first choice, but "we are always updating those plans" for the military option.
DoD Begins Accepting F-35 Fighters After Corrosion Issue
The Defense Department is again accepting F-35 Joint Strike Fighters after suspending deliveries from Lockheed Martin Corp.
Could Tanks Still Make an Appearance in Trump's Military Parade?
A new proposal would give SecDef Mattis the final word on what appears in the parad
Gaping Security Holes in Handling of Troops' Medical Records, IG Finds
Navy and Air Force electronic health records lack proper security, according to the Pentagon Inspector General.
Cyber Command Elevated to Combatant Command
Nakasone assumed command of Cyber Command and the NSA from Navy Adm. Michael Rogers during a change-of-command ceremony .
Pentagon: Claims of Retaliation for Sexual Offense Complaints on Rise
More U.S. troops said they faced retribution for filing sexual assault or harassment complaints last year than in 2016,
Allegations Against Jackson Sank His VA Nomination -- Is Career Next?
At least two lawmakers are calling on DoD to look into the allegations before they’ll consider Jackson’s promotion.
Pentagon Overspends $16 Million for Electric Breast Pumps: IG Report
An electric breast pump goes for $192 in stores; the Pentagon pays $1,400.
Military ICE Comment System Down for Most Users
The Pentagon's official online comment system has been offline for more than a month for anyone not using a DoD computer.
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It's Official: The Air Force Is Switching to the Army's OCP Uniform
The U.S. Air Force is adopting the Army's Operational Camouflage Pattern as its new combat uniform.
House Passes Major Overhaul of Veterans Choice Program
The House passed major veterans legislation to extend and reform the Veterans Choice Program to allow more private care optio...
Proposed Cannon Would Turn the B-1 Bomber into a Gunship
Boeing has been granted a patent for a cannon to enhance the aircraft's ability to take on more close-air support roles.
Army to Begin Equipping Heavy Units with Active Protection by 2020
The Army has been testing Israeli-made systems such as Trophy for the M1 tank and Iron Fist for the Bradley.
Despite Shortage, Air Force Likely Won't Boost Enlisted Pilot Ranks
Even as the U.S. Air Force faces a pilot shortage, there are no plans to grow the ranks of enlisted pilots, an official said.