Latest "DOD budget" stories

Military services grappling with filling their ranks in budget request

The services are looking to add about 12,000 troops to their ranks this year.

By Meghann Myers

3 months ago

As egg prices soar, how does DOD avoid scrambling to keep troops fed?

Don't expect to see a chow hall devoid of eggs any time soon.

By Sarah Sicard

4 months ago

Congress finalizes full year budget for VA, Department of Defense

The $1.7 trillion package funds all government operations through September 2023.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

Budget deal would fully fund Defense Department, add $13.6 billion in Ukraine aid

Lawmakers hope to finalize the spending plan within the next week.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

15 months ago

This week in Congress: Resuming delayed defense, VA budget fights

Defense and veterans hearings for the week of July 6, 2020.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

130 House members want 24 percent more F-35s procured in FY21

Congressional members want the defense committees to support an increase in the number of planes bought this upcoming fiscal year.

By Aaron Mehta

3 years ago