Historic Black female WWII unit receives congressional honor

The “Six Triple Eight” was honored Tuesday with the Congressional Gold Medal, following a long-running campaign to recognize their efforts.

Opinion

Vets deserve to stay in their homes — VA is about to put that at risk

With VA set to end its mortgage rescue program, leaders must devise a solution that keeps veterans in their homes, the author of this op-ed argues.

Trump announces new fighter jet mission at Michigan air base

The Selfridge Air National Guard Base's aging fleet of A-10 aircraft will be replaced by 21 F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets.

Defense budget debate devolves into fight over Hegseth’s controversies

Objections over Republican plans to boost defense spending by $150 billion focused largely on the defense secretary's leadership.

Marines want to add counter-drone weapon to amphibious vehicle

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has propelled counter-UAS weaponry onto a priority list of add-ons for the vehicle, officials said.

Marine Reserve planning largest mobilization drills in decades

The exercises will stress-test the Corps' ability to mobilize its reserve forces in the event of a major military contingency.

Decision due soon about novel boats for seagoing Marine recon units

Service leaders are pondering the utility of new maritime reconnaissance companies, which would use the new watercraft.

Hegseth cancels women’s leadership program despite past Trump support

The Women, Peace & Security program was signed into law by Trump and had received backing from numerous Republican leaders.

Soldier found dead during basic combat training at Fort Jackson

A soldier from Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, was “found deceased during training” on Thursday, the Army said.

Pentagon jobs cuts delay plans to expand assault, suicide prevention

Defense Department personnel cuts will delay plans to hire at least 1,000 more civilians for prevention work within the military, officials said.