Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positionsIn a memo dated Monday, Hegseth said the cuts will remove “redundant force structure to optimize and streamline leadership.”By Tara Copp, AP8 hours ago
Army pauses helicopter flights near DC airport after more close callsThe pause comes after 67 people died in January when a passenger jet collided in midair with a Black Hawk helicopter at Reagan airport.By Tara Copp, AP9 hours ago
VA shifts survivors assistance office in effort to speed up benefitsOfficials hope to cut down on red tape for individuals seeking support and benefits after a veteran's death. By Leo Shane III14 hours ago
Navy relieves commander of New Hampshire Reserve centerCmdr. Joseph Dearing was relieved as NRC Manchester CO “due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command,” the Navy said.By Beth Sullivan3 days ago
SecDef wields axe to brass, HQs, formations to fashion leaner ArmyHegseth ordered the Army secretary to cut programs, reduce the number of general officers in the ranks and consolidate offices, commands and headquarters. By Jen Judson4 days ago
Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns lingerOfficials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support. By Leo Shane III4 days ago