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The WWII origins of the (now demolished) East Wing of the White House
The White House’s many reconstruction and remodeling efforts since 1792 have drawn media, congressional and public ire. This one has been no different.
Pentagon briefs Hill on Army special ops cuts, vacant slots targeted
The Army's number two civilian and Pentagon special operations officials spoke to committee staff members Thursday.
Army lead-based paint audit leads to scrutiny from Congress
The lawmakers' letter came after a Sept. 21 Army Times story first revealed the inadequate oversight.
By Davis Winkie
Legal uncertainty over Veterans Affairs abortion policy worries staff
An inspector general report found confusion and concerns among employees regarding the abortion access rules.
Biden says there’s ‘not much time’ to keep aid flowing to Ukraine
President Joe Biden spoke Sunday after Congress passed a short-term funding package that dropped assistance for Ukraine in the fight against Russia.
House passes a 45-day funding plan, sends it to Senate as clock ticks
With hours to go before the midnight deadline to fund the government, the Senate was also in for a rare weekend session and prepared to act next.
By Lisa Mascaro and Kevin Freking
Defense Secretary Austin’s salary cut to $1 under GOP budget plan
Democratic lawmakers decried the move as a childish political attack.
Military children’s art featured in White House showcase
First lady Jill Biden unveiled the Military Children's Corner installation, which will feature artwork by children from military families.
GOP, Dems clash on multiyear munitions buys as shutdown looms
A niche appropriations debate on multiyear munitions buys has ballooned into one of the numerous partisan standoffs over the defense spending bill.
Army failing to ensure family housing ‘safe’ from lead paint, asbestos
The Army overhauled housing oversight in 2020, but auditors say key portions of its inspection program have failed.
By Davis Winkie