Pentagon report backs quality-of-life tweaks, not major pay changesThe periodic review of military compensation called troops' pay "strongly competitive" when compared to civilian wages.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Indigenous WWI veterans get long awaited Medal of Honor reviewNumerous Indigenous veterans are currently being reviewed as potential recipients of the Medal of Honor — more than a century after they served.By Riley Ceder4 months ago
Pentagon changes discharges for 800-plus vets kicked out for being gayThe move comes after a yearlong review of cases of troops forced to leave the services because of their sexual orientation.By Leo Shane III7 months ago
Senior leaders worry DOD pay models don’t reflect demands on troops Lawmakers and senior military leaders say that military pay needs to be based more on the role and responsibilites of troops, and not simply their age.By Leo Shane III14 months ago
Pentagon won’t say if troop deployment tempo exceeds recommended goalThe Pentagon says its data on whether troops are getting three months home for every month deployed is classified.By Meghann Myers and Davis Winkie14 months ago
Confusion, lack of policy led to Austin’s hospitalization secretDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin's secret hospitalization last month is prompting the Pentagon to create new policies for leadership absences.By Meghann Myers14 months ago