OpinionImproving how service members build wealth With the prospect of a hefty raise for junior enlisted ahead, the author of this op-ed shares ways troops can improve long-term financial security.By U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (ret.) John G. Ferrari5 days ago
Junior enlisted to get 20% pay bump, E5s get 13% more under House planHouse lawmakers are looking to overhaul the military's pay tables next year to dramatically boost junior enlisted pay.By Leo Shane III5 days ago
Marine Corps vows to inspect every single barracks ‘wall to wall’The Marine Corps has ordered inspections of each of its barracks by March 15.By Irene Loewenson3 months ago
Lawmakers press for junior enlisted pay boost as soon as possibleMilitary pay proposals pending in Congress might face difficulty becoming law because of the budget complications involved.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Enlisted leaders urge lawmakers to fully fund troop housing allowanceBringing back 100% funding for BAH would have a big impact on troops, the military's senior enlisted advisers told lawmakers.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Paperless enlisted promotion tests to roll out in FebruaryThe Air Force will start rolling out Weighted Airman Promotion System (WAPS) exams in February.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown4 months ago
Troop pay, housing problems lead senior enlisted leaders’ concernsLawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Senior enlisted leaders to discuss military quality-of-life fixesDefense and veterans hearings for the week of Jan. 29, 2024.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Moving up the enlisted career ladder? Big Air Force wants to celebrateThe Air Force is encouraging units to recognize the achievements of enlisted airmen as they become noncommissioned officers.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown5 months ago
New in 2024: A fresh start for enlisted leadershipWill the new chiefs win fans or fall flat?By Rachel S. Cohen5 months ago
Junior enlisted pay to be key congressional focus in 2024House Republicans are already looking at ways to put more money into the wallets of lower-ranking service members.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Financial troubles cloud enlisted retirement home’s future Without financial fixes, the enlisted retirement home may not be able to serve its veteran residents in the future, a new watchdog report warns.By Karen Jowers5 months ago