Jonathan Lehrfeld
Early Bird Brief Editor, Military Times
Jonathan is a staff writer and editor of the Early Bird Brief newsletter for Military Times. Follow him on Twitter @lehrfeld_media
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Weighing benefits: Could anti-obesity meds help troops’ weight issues?
Advocates argue that anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic could help overweight troops, but the services have no uniform policy for such treatments.
Army civilian accused of bilking $100 million to fund luxury lifestyle
An Army civilian allegedly stole $100 million in military funds in order to fund a lavish lifestyle.
National Guardsman arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot
A National Guardsman allegedly planned a murder-for-hire plot against a man involved in a 2016 crash that took the life of the soldier’s mother.
Soldier recovering after Christmas drone attack in Iraq
A soldier critically injured in a drone attack in Iraq on Christmas is slowly recovering.
Race into 2024 with a new military marathon challenge
Runners can compete in five military races to earn a new medal.
Destroyer USS Mason shoots down drone, anti-ship missile in Red Sea
A U.S. Navy warship shot down a drone and a missile in the latest interception of an attempted attack in the Red Sea.
B-2 Spirit stealth bomber set to return for New Year’s Day flyover
The B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is set to fly over the Tournament of Roses after missing it this past year.
Defense bill grants Native American veterans more paths to advocacy
A congressional charter for the National American Indian Veterans organization passed as part of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.
Marine officer ends run in ‘Jeopardy!’ tournament
A Marine officer appeared in the last round of a "Jeopardy!" tournament and took home some serious cash.
Gronk helps gift cars to military families in need ahead of Army-Navy
Two military families in need are gifted new vehicles ahead of the annual Army-Navy game with some help from former football tight end Rob Gronkowski.
