Bipartisan House proposal aims to speed up defense acquisition work
The proposal could be the template for significant reform plans this year in how the military plans and buys new weapons systems.
Pentagon & Congress
Lawmakers condemn Trump’s use of Guard, active-duty troops in LA
Critics warn that the president's decision to mobilize Guard troops over the California governor's objections sets a "troubling precedent."
Lawsuit accuses VA of racial discrimination in benefits decisions
VA records show that over the past 20 years, Black veterans' disability claims were rejected at a higher rate than claims by white veterans.
Utah Guard soldier killed in shootout with local police
Staff Sgt. Alma Worthington died Nov. 20, according to local police and an obituary.
Coasties rescue cruise passenger who spent a full day overboard
The Coast Guard rescued a cruise ship passenger on the evening of Thanksgiving who went overboard.
Wis. election officials weigh changes to military voting
State election officials are weighing changes to military absentee voting after a top Milwaukee election official was charged with fraud.
Northrop’s B-21 is almost here. What’s next for the stealthy bomber?
Northrop Grumman has touted the B-21 Raider bomber as "the world's first sixth-generation aircraft."
US Air Force’s AdAir fighter training needs a road map
AdAir has had a sluggish start within the Air Force while the service struggles with major internal issues.
NATO set to renew vow on Ukraine membership, boost non-lethal aid
Foreign ministers will meet in Bucharest, where, 14 years ago, the alliance decided to allow Ukraine and Georgia to join over vehement Russian objections.
Hawaii gun permit ruling sides with ‘homesick’ Navy officer
Hawaii cannot deny a firearms permit simply because someone has sought counseling, a judge has ruled.
Navy hero in LGBTQ club shooting ‘wanted to save the family I found’
Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Thomas James continues to recover at a hospital in Colorado Springs.
