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How ‘Merry Christmas’ and ‘Happy Holidays’ reflect US military values
In this op-ed, an Army chaplain discusses how the military's commitment to religious freedom demonstrates the principles troops are sworn to defend.
By Chaplain (Maj.) Jordan Henricks
Government shutdown could hinge on fight over ‘woke’ military policies
Members of the House Freedom Caucus are demanding changes in Pentagon training and programs in exchange for their support of a budget deal.
Ban on troops communicating with civil rights group clears House
The amendment to the defense authorization bill would forbid service members from contacting the Military Religious Freedom Foundation or its leadership.
House narrowly passes defense bill after Dems defect over abortion
The House passed the NDAA over Democratic objections after the GOP passed amendments on abortion policy and transgender troops.
House Dems bail on defense bill as GOP votes to repeal abortion policy
House Republicans voted to add several conservative Freedom Caucus amendments on abortion and transgender troops to the previously bipartisan defense bill.
Defense bill targets religious freedom group for its advocacy work
The Military Religious Freedom Foundation has frequently fought with Christian groups about the role of religion in the ranks.
Modern ‘shock and awe’ would be defined by aging jets, new tactics
“We need to be able to use a scalpel and not a meat ax,” said Harlan Ullman, the defense consultant credited with coining "shock and awe."
Navy’s ‘religious needs assessment’ is unconstitutional, critics say
The Navy asserts the assessment is optional and that such evaluations have been in place for nearly 30 years.
By Diana Stancy
COVID-19 vaccine mandate is affecting recruitment, top Marine says
The vaccine mandate has especially affected recruiting in the South, Gen. David Berger said.
Army plans ‘dramatic’ ammo production boost as Ukraine drains stocks
But its plan for a ramp up in production hinges on Congress.
By Joe Gould