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White House aims to release overdue security strategies within weeks

Amid pressure from lawmakers, the White House is weighing a September rollout for its long-delayed National Security Strategy, now being rewritten to emphasize Russia alongside China following the country’s invasion of Ukraine.

14 months ago

White House appoints Ukraine security aid coordinator

The White House announced Thursday it has appointed a retired three-star general who previously helped coordinate the U.S.-led anti-ISIS coalition to manage the steadily increasing influx of military assistance for Ukraine.

By Bryant Harris and Joe Gould

18 months ago

Growing mystery of suspected energy attacks on US personnel draws concern

At least 130 cases across the government are now under investigation, up from several dozen last year, according to a U.S. defense official.

By Robert Burns, The Associated Press

2 years ago

Veterans coalition condemns Trump’s continued attacks on Army officer who testified against him

More than 1,100 signers called the soldier an honorable public servant who deserves protection from the commander in chief.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

John Kelly says Vindman did the right thing about Trump, Zelensky call; Trump hits back on Twitter

“He did exactly what we teach them to do from cradle to grave,” the retired Marine Corps general said.

By Diana Stancy Correll

4 years ago

Trump suggests Army should punish officer who testified in impeachment inquiry

Defense officials in the past had promised that Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman would be protected from retaliation.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago