Senator stalls 3 ‘unfit’ officer promotions in retort to HegsethThe senator made clear the holds were a direct response to Pete Hegseth's decision to block the promotions of two Black and two female officers.By Hope Hodge Seck9 days ago
A war zone, minus the war: One year later, has the military really secured the US-Mexico border?An investigation into how Trump’s emergency declaration expanded military power, blurred legal lines and helped spread the use of military-grade tech.By Sonner Kehrt, Melissa del Bosque and David Roza, The War Horse and The Border Chronicle12 days ago
The US has counter-mine ships homeported in the Middle East. Are they effective?Some military and defense experts argue the Independence-class littoral combat ship equipped with the MCM mission package falls short of its predecessor.By Riley Ceder2 weeks ago
A web of sensors: How the US spots missiles and drones from IranIf a missile is launched from Iran toward a U.S. military base in the region, how do service members know in time to stay safe?By Aaron Brynildson, University of Mississippi, The Conversation2 weeks ago
Pentagon seeks system to ensure AI models work as plannedAs DOD increasingly relies on artificial intelligence, a question has arisen: How can one be sure that the AI models are working the way they should? By Michael Peck4 weeks ago
Select naval flight officers, aviators eligible for $120,000 retention bonusTAR naval aviators and naval flight officers with the rank of commander who have screened for aviation milestone command are eligible for the bonus.By Cristina Stassis4 weeks ago