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Trump directs Pentagon to pay troops despite shutdown

President Trump says he's directed the Defense Department to use “all available funds” to ensure that troops are paid on Wednesday despite the shutdown.

3 days ago

US Air Force drone wingmen to get own squadrons, chief nominee says

Air Force chief of staff nominee Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach said the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve could be considered for their own CCA squadrons.

By Stephen Losey

5 days ago

Government shutdown forces Army to cancel ‘Best Squad’ competition

The service said the 2025 "Best Squad" competition would not take place “due to a lapse in appropriations."

8 days ago

What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the force

Hegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.

By Carla Babb

11 days ago

US military starts drawing down mission in Iraq, officials say

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday that the U.S. will scale back its military presence, reflecting “our combined success in fighting ISIS.”

13 days ago

Government headed to a shutdown after last-ditch vote fails in Senate

Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government, putting it on a path to a shutdown after midnight Wednesday.

13 days ago