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Will senior enlisted troops see a targeted pay boost in 2026?

After lawmakers agreed to plans to boost pay for junior enlisted troops, they are now shifting focus to more senior enlisted members.

Congress to boost junior enlisted pay by thousands of dollars in 2025

Troops E-4 and below will see a 14.5% pay raise under a deal reached by congressional negotiators this week.

House members push senators to back better pay for junior enlisted

In a letter to Senate leaders, House lawmakers said the military must enact more quality-of-life reforms to ensure the health of troops and their families.

Opinion

Junior enlisted pay raise will strengthen the current and future force

A junior enlisted pay raise should be part of a broader defense investment, not an "either-or" choice, Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly (ret.) writes in this op-ed.

Decision on junior enlisted pay boost not expected until November

The House-passed draft of the authorization bill called for pay raises up to 19.5% for troops ranked E-4 and below.

Top enlisted leader talks pay, priorities and 1980s fashion

Black is the senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, after serving as the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps.

It’s been a rough few months for Army senior enlisted leadership

At least four command sergeants major have been relieved.

Air Force rolls out ‘Foundations’ courses for enlisted development

The new curriculum focuses on increasing development during traditionally slower periods of an airman's enlistment.

More of the Air Force’s toughest enlisted jobs qualify for bonus pay

The Air Force and Space Force have approved more job specialties for special duty bonuses in the coming fiscal year.

29th Marine Commandant Al Gray’s personal items set for auction

Among the items are awards, decorations, dog tags and commemorative weapons.