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Army helicopter pilot wounded during Maduro raid receives Medal of Honor during State of the Union

Trump credited Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover for serving as the flight lead aboard the first Chinook helicopter to approach Maduro’s compound.

Trump presents Medal of Honor to 100-year-old Korean War veteran during State of the Union

“Tonight, at 100 years old, this brave Navy captain is finally getting the recognition he deserves,” Trump said, prompting a standing ovation.

House rejects bill requiring aircraft locator systems to prevent midair collisions like last year’s

The families of the victims who died when an American Airlines jet collided with an Army Black Hawk helicopter strongly supported the measure.

Army veteran detained by ICE in 2025 to attend State of the Union

“I hope my presence represents that they just can’t lie and have it be okay,” George Retes told Military Times.

Air Force updates line of duty policy for reservists, guardsmen

The Air Force seeks to streamline health care access for reservists who are activated for 31 or more consecutive days.

‘I did that until I ran out of gas’: An American advisor and his MoH actions in Vietnam

With the South Vietnamese breaking under a VC ambush, Jack Jacobs took charge.

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US Air Force accelerates B-21 Raider production, projects 2027 fielding

The first operational B-21 Raider is on track to arrive at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, in 2027.

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The US Air Force needs more airpower — but not the kind it’s buying

Aircraft fly, but mass sails: The lengthy military buildup for a potential strike on Iran proves joint assets matter more than exquisite warplanes alone.

Supreme Court declines COVID vaccine mandate cases

The justices denied petitions Monday for Poffenbarger v. Meink and Doster v. Meink.