Republicans eye Pentagon savings after McCarthy spending agreementRepublican defense hawks insist that Speaker McCarthy's spending agreement won't cut military spending, but they're also brainstorming Pentagon savings.By Bryant Harris and Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
Democrats scuttle debate over ‘woke’ military policies ... for nowNext year's Republican-controlled House is expected to focus on concerns over diversity policies within the Defense Department.By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago
Pentagon worries repealing COVID vaccine mandate will affect readinessDemocratic House leaders now support the change, which has been a priority for congressional Republicans for months.By Leo Shane III and Meghann Myers7 weeks ago
McCarthy threatens to hold up key defense bill until next yearMcCarthy's threat comes as Republicans and Democrats are negotiating a final, bicameral version of the bill with the aim of passing it in December.By Bryant Harris2 months ago
Key House Navy advocate loses seat in midterm electionBut other vulnerable Armed Services Democrats defied expectations and held onto their seats.By Bryant Harris and Leo Shane III3 months ago
New Pentagon abortion policy draws ire of GOP, praise from DemocratsDefense Department officials will cover troops' travel expenses for abortions in certain cases.By Leo Shane III3 months ago