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
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
Pentagon won’t say if troop deployment tempo exceeds recommended goalThe Pentagon says its data on whether troops are getting three months home for every month deployed is classified.By Meghann Myers and Davis Winkie10 days ago
Troops in Iraq, Syria had close calls with militia attacksNearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October.By Meghann Myers3 weeks ago
Why getting more female troops into Special Operations will take timeAs recently released data from the military services has shown, the participation of women in elite special operations roles remains a rarity.By Hope Hodge Seck3 weeks ago
The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and JordanGuardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.By Meghann Myers4 weeks ago