DOD reproductive care travel policy used just 12 times in 7 monthsA policy allowing troops to be reimbursed for travel if they go out of state for abortions and other reproductive services hasn't been used much.By Tara Copp, AP2 days ago
Congress offers procurement boost for F-35 jets in FY24 spending billThe U.S. Air Force would receive enough money to buy 51 F-35As in fiscal 2024 under the compromise defense spending bill lawmakers released.By Stephen Losey and Rachel S. Cohen6 days ago
Some military activities could shut down this weekend amid budget rushIf Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend.By Leo Shane III and Karen Jowers6 days ago
Monthly bonuses for junior troops included in defense budget planUnder the latest congressional budget plan, troops E-6 and below could start getting monthly bonuses from the Defense Department to offset low base pay.By Leo Shane III7 days ago
Congress wants US Air Force to better explain reorganization plansThe Air Force says this reorganization is needed to prepare it for a fight against China, but lawmakers say they need to hear more about these plans.By Stephen Losey7 days ago
More military commissaries to offer home grocery delivery this yearMore troops and their families will be able to get groceries delivered directly to their doorsteps starting this summer.By Karen Jowers7 days ago