Latest "military readiness" stories

Nearly 70% of active service members are overweight, report finds

Obesity is often cited as one of the significant challenges to military recruiting.

By Meghann Myers

8 weeks ago

Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, talks to reporters as he and other senators arrive at the chamber for votes, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.

Tuberville holds ‘paralyzing’ Pentagon, House committee chair says

Rep. Michael McCaul tells CNN’s “State of the Union” that the hold on military nominations and promotions is a national security issue.

3 months ago

Military nominations hold could hurt readiness, says top Marine nominee

One misstep by an less experienced leader can have cascading effects on the entire operation, Marine Gen. Eric Smith said.

By Irene Loewenson

6 months ago

Opinion

Addressing America’s obesity crisis can improve military readiness

Defense Department data indicates ineligibility stems from three key issues: education, not meeting weight standards or a record of crime or drug abuse.

By Gen. Richard B. Myers (ret.)

10 months ago

Opinion

Why the US must protect military training lands from encroachment

There is no substitute for tough, realistic training and testing to prepare our forces for the challenges they will face.

By Brig. Gen. Tyler B. Smith (ret.)

11 months ago

Funding shortfalls could cause major readiness problems, leaders warn

Smaller budgets for training and maintenance could result in short-term savings but long-term larger costs.

By Leo Shane III

17 months ago

Latest "military readiness" stories

Nearly 70% of active service members are overweight, report finds

Obesity is often cited as one of the significant challenges to military recruiting.

Tuberville holds ‘paralyzing’ Pentagon, House committee chair says

Rep. Michael McCaul tells CNN’s “State of the Union” that the hold on military nominations and promotions is a national security issue.

Military nominations hold could hurt readiness, says top Marine nominee

One misstep by an less experienced leader can have cascading effects on the entire operation, Marine Gen. Eric Smith said.

Opinion

Addressing America’s obesity crisis can improve military readiness

Defense Department data indicates ineligibility stems from three key issues: education, not meeting weight standards or a record of crime or drug abuse.

Opinion

Why the US must protect military training lands from encroachment

There is no substitute for tough, realistic training and testing to prepare our forces for the challenges they will face.

Funding shortfalls could cause major readiness problems, leaders warn

Smaller budgets for training and maintenance could result in short-term savings but long-term larger costs.

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