J.D. Simkins
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J.D. Simkins is the executive editor of Military Times and Defense News, and a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War.
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Trump signs shipbuilding order as Navy leaders call for 381-ship fleet
The new policy aims to revitalize a U.S. shipbuilding industry that has fallen well behind production levels of its rivals from Beijing.
Someone taped Steve Carell’s picture over Space Force’s top officer at the USAF museum
Exactly how long Carell’s image has blanketed Raymond’s is unknown.
Spike Lee tackles Vietnam in new film about vets trying to retrieve remains of fellow soldier
“Da 5 Bloods” lands on Netflix on June 12.
Navy grants first waiver allowing transgender officer to remain in uniform
Lt. Jane Doe v. Mark T. Esper was filed in March in Massachusetts federal district court.
Hospital ship Mercy departs Los Angeles for San Diego
The 1,000-person ship pulled into the Port of Los Angeles on March 27.
‘Iconic’ WWII battleship discovered nearly 3 miles beneath the surface
“Nevada is an iconic ship that speaks to American resilience and stubbornness.”
Chris Pratt to star as revenge-bent Navy SEAL in upcoming Amazon series
Co-producing and directing the show alongside Pratt will be Antoine Fuqua (“The Equalizer," “Southpaw”).
Higher education just became a much bigger factor on Navy FITREPs
As a smaller community that can serve as a sample size, Navy officers will be the first to implement the aforementioned changes.
Aircraft carrier Reagan departs for sea trials following quarantine period for sailors
The trial period, which is expected to last about a week, marks the first time Reagan has pulled out of Yokosuka since November.
Watch the first-ever Space Force recruiting ad
The service opened the application period for active-duty U.S. Air Force personnel to transfer into its ranks on May 1.
