Navy petty officer awarded for showdown with Somali piratesThe boatswain’s mate, who grew up in Egypt, was awarded for his gutsy role in responding to a pirate attack on a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Aden.By Hope Hodge Seck3 months ago
Fewer airmen could receive bonuses for tough jobs in 2025The Air Force's fiscal year 2025 budget includes plan to cut $4 million and more than 700 airmen from the special duty assignment pay program.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown15 months ago
Congress offers procurement boost for F-35 jets in FY24 spending billThe U.S. Air Force would receive enough money to buy 51 F-35As in fiscal 2024 under the compromise defense spending bill lawmakers released.By Stephen Losey and Rachel S. Cohen16 months ago
Some military activities could shut down this weekend amid budget rushIf Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend.By Leo Shane III and Karen Jowers16 months ago
Navy seeks to beef up suicide prevention funding in fiscal year 2025The Navy's budget request beefs up a variety of mental health initiatives.By Diana Stancy16 months ago
Air Force leaders sound alarm over looming yearlong funding delayThe Pentagon is operating under its third continuing resolution of fiscal 2024 as Congress continues to draft defense spending legislation.By Courtney Albon and Stephen Losey17 months ago