Latest "Lloyd Austin" stories

Military COVID-19 vaccine mandate repealed in defense bill compromise

The $858 billion measure also includes a 4.6% pay raise for troops next year and plans to backfill munition stockpiles depleted by the war in Ukraine.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

3 days ago

Senator vows hold on military nominees over Pentagon abortion policy

Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville is upset over the military's new abortion access policy, announced just before the midterm elections.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

4 days ago

Austin urges Congress: Pass a timely budget

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin highlighted investments in military hardware, in research and in the Pacific region, adding “we’ve got more to do.”

By Joe Gould

7 days ago

SecDef tells Congress to get a military budget done already

Lloyd Austin said another short-term budget extension will cause a host of problems for his department.

By Leo Shane III

11 days ago

The Army piece of a growing U.S. footprint in Philippines, Indonesia

U.S. and Philippine officials say the United States is seeking an expansion of its military presence in the Philippines.

By Todd South

3 weeks ago

Lawmakers press DOD to restore troops’ full housing stipend

The group wants military leaders to resume paying 100% of the housing allowance formula, instead of the current 95%.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

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