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Mattis says vets at Jan. 6 Capitol riot ‘don’t define the military’
“There’s always someone that disappoints you. I’m reminded that Jesus of Nazareth had 1 out of 12 disappoint him.”
From Ukraine to debt ceiling, it’s a balancing act to pass FY24 budget
The debt ceiling debate could complicate Congress' attempt to pass a defense budget and additional Ukraine emergency spending.
How Iraq tours helped the careers of these sea service veterans
Some sea service leaders made serious career headway on their professional pathways as a result of, or in concurrence with the Iraq invasion.
New Ohio voter ID law also excludes state veterans’ IDs
The governor signed the bill into law "after it was rushed through a lame-duck session by the heavily gerrymandered legislature in December."
By Marty Schladen
Veterans need support every day to find their post-military purpose
Veterans need real support to find their post-military purpose.
By Alberto Ramos
Marine Corps’ 247th birthday message emphasizes confidence, lethality
The video features retired Marine Gen. Jim Mattis' immortal line, “I keep other people awake at night.”
Task force seeks lighter Javelin missiles, robot dogs for infantry
The Close Combat Lethality Task Force serves as lead advocate for infantry, close-combat programs.
By Todd South
Partisan attacks on military hurt force readiness, top senator warns
Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jack Reed said lawmakers may be damaging military retention and recruiting efforts with their public comments.
White House dismisses criticism of Marines’ presence at Biden speech
The speech was “standing up for democracy, not political," said White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.
How harshly should DoD punish political, religious proselytizing?
Army Reserve Maj. Jamie Schwandt, who identified himself as an Army officer in the video, said his proclamations were not political opinions but facts.
By Sarah Sicard
James Mattis gets married — leaving behind his love, the Marine Corps
Jim Mattis was married in a Las Vegas ceremony.
By Sarah Sicard