Troops would see biggest pay raise since 2002 under Biden budget planThe big pay boost is part of a $842 billion Defense Department spending plan unveiled by the White House on Thursday.By Meghann Myers and Leo Shane III3 months ago
House lawmakers back White House plans for 2.6 percent pay raise, end strength boostThe proposal presages fewer fights between the Pentagon and lawmakers over military personnel budget priorities this year.By Leo Shane III5 years ago
Military advocates ready to fight on for adequate pay raisesLawmakers recently approved the biggest military pay raise in eight years, and next year’s pay hike will likely be even higher. But military advocates say they expect to continue having to fight for it.By Leo Shane III5 years ago