


Lawmakers move to further restrict cellphones in DOD schools
Overall, cellphone use is not a systemic issue, says DODEA.

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Drill sergeants accused of sexual misconduct, abusing authority
Two drill sergeants are facing possible court-martial after Army investigators found evidence that they abused their authority over trainees.

Defense budget policy bill negotiations face murky waters
Lawmakers are optimistic they can finish the bill this year despite major differences in the House and Senate drafts.

US troops in Ukraine can now earn hazard pay
The Pentagon says a small number of U.S. troops are stationed at the American embassy in Kyiv, but are not conducting combat operations in the country.

Software glitch during turbulence caused Air Force F-35 crash in Utah
It's the second time an Air Force F-35A has been destroyed in an accident since the jets began flying in 2012.

Navy synchronizing its annual command climate surveys fleet-wide
Command climate surveys allow sailors to sound off on what they like and don’t like about their command.

Marine aviator chosen as next assistant commandant of the Corps
Lt. Gen. Christopher Mahoney is a career aviator with more than 5,000 flight hours under his belt.

VA funding plan passes House with more controversial provisions
House GOP lawmakers doubled down on anti-diversity measures despite a White House veto threat.

Sailors could lose time off under special leave accrual policy changes
Sailors could lose time off they earned during the COVID-19 pandemic — if they don’t use it before the end of September.

Thunderstorm damage to Vance’s T-6 fleet will slow pilot training
At least 12 T-6s require intensive repairs before they can return to flight, base spokesperson Terri Schaefer said.

