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Troops who refused COVID vaccines still could face punishment
Individuals could face discipline or dismissal for failing to follow orders.
Judge dismisses murder charges against soldier, Simone Biles’ brother
A judge dismissed murder charges filed against Tevin Biles-Thomas, ruling Tuesday that prosecutors did not present evidence to sustain a conviction in a 2018 New Year’s Eve party shooting in Cleveland that left three men dead.
Defense firms quietly resume political giving after post-insurrection pause
Defense companies have slowly ramped up their political donations to the Republicans they once purported to shun over a refusal to acknowledge President Joe Biden’s 2020 election win.
By Joe Gould
Now boarding: Space Force wants to turn launch ranges into rocket ‘airports’
Space Force launch range officials want their installations to be more like an airport departure terminal.
VA program offers veterans access to banking services
When veterans have bank accounts, they are more financially secure, have easier access to loans, pay less in fees, build a financial history and safeguard their money, says the author of this commentary.
By Charles S. Tapp II
Familiar faces take gavels of defense panels
This week saw a wave of organizational moves in both chambers, with familiar faces in new roles and some new lawmakers added to the Armed Services committees.
By Joe Gould
Dive teams, special agents return to Outer Banks in case of slain paratrooper
Army CID agents and FBI divers are currently conducting searches near the Cape Lookout National Seashore as part of the investigation into the May 2020 death of Spc. Enrique Roman-Martinez.
By Kyle Rempfer
Lease exemption for credit unions on base is well earned
Banks have decided that if they cannot get a lease exemption on military bases, then no one should get it, says the author of this commentary.
By Anthony Hernandez
On-base favoritism of credit unions harms service members
Congress should pass legislation to treat banks and credit unions the same on military bases, says the author of this commentary.
By James Smith
Securing benefits and protecting veterans during COVID-19
The Veterans Benefits Administration is working to continue service for veterans as safely as possible, says the author of this commentary.
By Dr. Paul Lawrence
Army offers $15,000 reward after labeling paratrooper’s death a homicide
The partial remains of Spc. Enrique Roman-Martinez, a paratrooper based at Fort Bragg, were found near Cape Lookout National Seashore.
By Kyle Rempfer