![](https://www.militarytimes.com/resizer/k5AAzpjk8uSsiqbrkbZr_qN3DKQ=/400x0/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/archetype/GKSJNPHSKVDR5LC7VX5EFQ5SSE.jpg)
Latest ""
![](https://www.militarytimes.com/resizer/k5AAzpjk8uSsiqbrkbZr_qN3DKQ=/400x0/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/archetype/GKSJNPHSKVDR5LC7VX5EFQ5SSE.jpg)
![](https://www.militarytimes.com/resizer/n-UtvDiddNL3SSjqnXCt6wOCIns=/400x0/filters:format(jpg):quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/archetype/2E3R56JB2BGRZML3UYC3524NPM.jpg)
Bill would ease federal loan forgiveness process for troops, vets
Critics say defense and education officials need more coordination to improve the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Bernie Sanders unveils resolution to stop $735M arms sale to Israel
The senator has introduced a resolution that would, if passed, block the pending sale of $735 million in arms to Israel amid its widening fight with Hamas.
By Joe Gould
McConnell challenges Biden to boost defense budget against China
The Senate's top Republican has challenged the president to boost defense spending to show the Democrat is serious about working with Republicans to confront China.
By Joe Gould
Microsoft wants to help more veterans get tech jobs
The largest software company in the world launched a toolkit on Veterans Day with resources and tips for veterans looking to transition into civilian tech careers during the pandemic.
By Jared Morgan
AOC proposes measure to put an end to military recruiting using esports teams, livestreaming
The proposed amendment to the House Appropriations bill would prohibit government funds from supporting military presence on esports platforms.
By Harm Venhuizen
House Democratic leaders hopeful progressive wing won’t derail defense policy bill
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith says progressives have a path to vote for the chamber’s annual defense policy bill.
By Joe Gould
War powers debate teed up for defense policy bill
The Democratic-controlled House is expected to vote this week on several measures to limit the president’s power to wage war on Iran and aid the Saudi war in Yemen.
By Joe Gould
Vets employment conference brings business leaders, advocates together to address challenges
The event — co-hosted by Military Times and VETS Indexes — was designed to share best practices and challenges in post-military employment.
Chelsea Manning sent back to jail for refusing to testify in Wikileaks investigation
Former Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning was ordered back to jail Thursday for refusing to testify to a grand jury, even after telling a judge she’d rather “starve to death” than cooperate with prosecutors.
Chelsea Manning released from jail on contempt charge
Former Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning was released from a northern Virginia jail Thursday after a two-month stay for refusing to testify to a grand jury.
Woman arrested for trespassing at CIA headquarters and asking for ‘Agent Penis’
Hernandez has been charged with trespassing and is being held in Alexandria, Virginia.
By Jon Simkins