Navy budget seeks to boost modernization of fleet, shipyardsThe Navy intends to use some of the funds to increase its fleet of warships by 19 and modernize century-old shipyards.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher8 days ago
Congressional defense plans slowed by unsettled reconciliation debate Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 23, 2025. By Leo Shane III12 days ago
Panel advances defense budget despite missing details from White HouseThe $832 billion defense spending plan provides no increase from current fiscal year funding levels. By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
Bipartisan House proposal aims to speed up defense acquisition work The proposal could be the template for significant reform plans this year in how the military plans and buys new weapons systems. By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
Monthly pay bump coming for Army paratroopers, Hegseth saysRank-and-file paratroopers and jumpmasters will see an increase in monthly hazardous duty incentive pay.By Riley Ceder6 weeks ago
Trump’s vow of ‘substantial’ pay raise for troops counters budget planThe White House spending plans call for a 3.8% pay boost next year, a smaller raise than troops saw in January. By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago