He turned down a trip home from the Korean War, then earned the MOH
Lloyd Burke's 13-month tour in Korea was at an end when he decided to turn back — and received the Medal of Honor in the process.
By Jon Guttman
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Marine veteran wins battle for burn pit-related medical retirement
Kevin Lloyd, a Marine veteran who died of cancer on the eve of the Corps’ 250th birthday, won his battle for benefits for his surviving sons.
By Patricia Kime
Pentagon chief directs military to conduct smooth transition to Trump
In a memo, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reminded service members of their obligation to follow the lawful orders of the next commander in chief.
Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind and others
The plea agreements would spare Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants the risk of the death penalty in exchange for guilty pleas.
North Korean troops likely to join Ukraine war, Pentagon says
Some North Korean soldiers heading toward Kursk have received Russian uniforms and equipment.
Pentagon changes discharges for 800-plus vets kicked out for being gay
The move comes after a yearlong review of cases of troops forced to leave the services because of their sexual orientation.
USS Oscar Austin heads to Spain for beefed up destroyer presence
The Oscar Austin, which got underway from Naval Station Norfolk on Monday, is the first of two new destroyers set to arrive in Rota.
By Diana Stancy
Congress OKs three-month budget extension, avoiding October shutdown
Funding for most federal programs had been scheduled to expire after Sept. 30.
US Army Pacific commander confirmed after senator drops objections
Sen. Tommy Tuberville had blocked Lt. Gen. Ronald Clark’s nomination, citing a delay in disclosing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization.
Senator blocks promotion of Pentagon chief’s aide to top Army post
Sen. Tommy Tuberville is blocking Lt. Gen. Ronald Clark's promotion over concerns he didn't immediately disclose the defense secretary's hospitalization.
Pentagon leaders head to Germany for talks on Ukraine military aid
Top U.S. military leaders will be in Germany to discuss Ukraine’s wartime needs as Russia has conducted one of its deadliest airstrikes.
By Tara Copp, AP
Hostage return sparks new hope for Marine vet’s liberty
Twelve years after Marine veteran and journalist Austin Tice's abduction in Syria, his family continues to hold hope for his safe return.
By Todd South