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Time is running out to recognize, compensate aging atomic veterans
The VA’s failure to provide timely benefits makes RECA a critical lifeline for many veterans, Keith Kiefer argues in an op-ed.
By Keith Kiefer
Fired Navy SEAL CO arrested for DWI and didn’t initially tell command
Capt. Richard A. Zaszewski was arrested for DWI in January and didn't report it until last week, leading to his firing, a defense official confirmed.
Navy fires SEAL unit commodore
The Navy provided no details for Capt. Richard Zaszewski's firing.
Senators warn more visas are urgently needed for Afghans who aided US
More than a dozen senators said Congress needs to raise the limit on the number of special immigrant visas the U.S. can process for Afghans.
Navy ousts USS Ohio commanding officer
The prospective commanding officer is now stepping in to lead the submarine.
By Diana Stancy
Corps seeks $274M to fix billions-dollar barracks problems
The increase falls short of what the Corps has indicated it would cost to fix the living facilities’ issues.
Biden outlines military plans to build port in Gaza for aid
In a State of the Union address, President Joe Biden said a temporary pier would boost humanitarian assistance.
Top Marine general returns to work, 4 months after cardiac arrest
This is the first time since July 2023 that the Marine Corps’ top two positions have been filled by leaders on full duty status.
Congress passes fourth stopgap funding bill as 1% sequester looms
Lawmakers kicked FY24 defense funding further down the road, raising fears at the Pentagon that congressional inaction may soon result in a 1% sequester.
Turkey F-16 sale to proceed after Senate vote
The Senate overwhelmingly rejected a resolution to block the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey after Ankara approved Sweden's NATO accession.
Continuing resolution could degrade training for future fights
The U.S. military would have to make sacrifices to exercises around the globe if Congress fails to pass an FY24 budget, officials warn.
By Jen Judson