What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the force
Hegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.
By Carla Babb
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US military starts drawing down mission in Iraq, officials say
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday that the U.S. will scale back its military presence, reflecting “our combined success in fighting ISIS.”
Biden outlines military plans to build port in Gaza for aid
In a State of the Union address, President Joe Biden said a temporary pier would boost humanitarian assistance.
Top Marine general returns to work, 4 months after cardiac arrest
This is the first time since July 2023 that the Marine Corps’ top two positions have been filled by leaders on full duty status.
Pentagon to lift Osprey flight ban after fatal Air Force crash
The Osprey has been grounded following a Nov. 29 Air Force Special Operations Command crash in Japan that killed eight service members.
By Lolita C. Baldor and Tara Copp, AP
Pentagon leak suspect Jack Teixeira expected to plead guilty
A plea hearing is set for March 4 in Boston’s federal courthouse.
Congress passes fourth stopgap funding bill as 1% sequester looms
Lawmakers kicked FY24 defense funding further down the road, raising fears at the Pentagon that congressional inaction may soon result in a 1% sequester.
Defense Secretary Austin discharged from second hospital stay
Austin, 70, has had ongoing health issues since undergoing surgery for prostate cancer in December.
By Tara Copp, AP