Latest ""

Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns linger

Officials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support.

By Leo Shane III

11 days ago

Navy fires leaders of Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 4

Cmdr. Brett Robblee and Command Master Chief Felix Phillips were relieved “due to a loss of confidence" in their ability to lead, the Navy said.

By Beth Sullivan

4 weeks ago

Army to recode 20,000 parachutist jobs in major airborne restructuring

The positions will remain airborne billets, but soldiers will no longer be required to maintain jump status or receive jump pay.

5 weeks ago

Leaders expect big enlisted pay raise won’t cause new financial woes

Lawmakers expressed concerns that extra money for young troops could make some families ineligible for federal nutrition programs.

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

US sends F-35s to Middle East as strikes on Houthis continue

The U.S. continues to strike Houthi militants, who have targeted Israel and American ships in the region.

By Noah Robertson, Stephen Losey and Jen Judson

6 weeks ago

Plan would make military enlistment, retention bonuses tax exempt

A bill introduced in the House this week proposes to end federal taxes on bonuses given to troops for joining or re-enlisting in the military.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago