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US lawmakers weigh aviation fuel cost increase from Iran war in fiscal 2027 defense hearing

Ahead of drafting fiscal year 2027’s NDAA, U.S. lawmakers are grappling with the rise in fuel prices and what it means for the military's aviation costs.

By Cristina Stassis

34 hours ago

Toilet issues on USS Gerald R. Ford are ‘highly exaggerated,’ says CNO

Misuse by sailors was partly to blame for challenges with the USS Gerald R. Ford’s toilets, the Chief of Naval Operations said.

8 days ago

VA hospitals earn top marks in federal review

Roughly 78% of VA medical centers earned four or five star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services this year.

By Patricia Kime

8 days ago

Hegseth campaigns for congressional race, breaking with Pentagon neutrality

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday campaigned for a congressional challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump in a move that has sparked outcry.

9 days ago

Lawmakers push for domestic shipbuilding fixes as US Navy explores overseas options

The service released its fiscal 2027 shipbuilding plan on Monday, outlining the possibility of the U.S. manufacturing ships at foreign shipyards.

13 days ago

Pentagon assures safe passage through Strait of Hormuz despite presence of mines

The guarantee follows a security warning from U.S. Naval Forces Central Command to vessels on Monday about the presence of mines in the strait.

3 weeks ago