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Convicted veterans among Jan. 6 rioters granted pardons, commutations
About 230 people with military backgrounds were charged in connection with the attack and have now been granted clemency by President Trump.
Senate panel advances Hegseth’s bid to become next defense secretary
The vote from the Senate Armed Services Committee sets up a full Senate confirmation vote on Trump's pick to lead the Pentagon later this week.
Trump promises to bring back troops booted for refusing COVID vaccine
Both Trump and his pick to lead the Pentagon have promised back pay for troops dismissed for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
Biden pardons Milley in move to guard against possible Trump ‘revenge’
It’s customary to grant clemency at the end of presidential terms, but such acts are traditionally offered to Americans who have been convicted of crimes.
By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press
How Trump’s Air Force pick could elevate space priorities
Troy Meink's specialization in space could upend the priorities of a service typically dominated by Air Force interests.
Lawmakers again push to ease firing rules for misbehaving VA staff
Punishing underperforming VA workers was a priority during Trump's first term. Congressional leaders want to zero in on the problem again.
Lloyd Austin ends term marred by Afghanistan but buoyed by Ukraine
Defense Secretary Austin will bid farewell Friday following a term that included three major military crises, a global pandemic and a brush with cancer.
By Tara Copp, AP