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Warren presses Hegseth about fluoridation’s impact on readiness

Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to know if the DOD has considered the effects on troops' dental health if communities don't add fluoride to drinking water.

By Karen Jowers

5 weeks ago

Retired Navy admiral found guilty in bribery scheme

Retired Adm. Robert Burke is the most senior military member ever convicted of committing a federal crime while on active duty, according to reports.

By Todd South

6 weeks ago

10 former Pentagon chiefs warn Trump on involving military in pursuing election claims

All 10 living former secretaries of defense signed on to an opinion article that implicitly questioned Trump’s willingness to follow his constitutional duty to peacefully relinquish power on Jan. 20.

By Robert Burns, The Associated Press

4 years ago

VA ends 2020 with more than 6,500 coronavirus deaths and 150,000 infections

The total veteran deaths equate to roughly 22 a day since the start of the pandemic, making coronavirus more deadly than the roughly 17 veterans a day lost to suicide.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

COVID-19 vaccinations begin for US troops in South Korea

The United States Forces Korea says in a statement it started inoculating military and civilian health-care workers, first responders and the USFK command team with the Moderna vaccine on Tuesday.

5 years ago

After controversial event on sexual assault support, VA postpones future telephone town halls

Veterans who participated in the event said they were given little or no warning about potentially traumatic discussion points.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

‘I hung up and vomited’ — Veteran sexual assault survivors say VA’s outreach retraumatized them

Veterans said they were thrust into public discussions of military sexual trauma topics without warning or proper support.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

Big six veterans groups ask Trump to fire VA Secretary Wilkie immediately

The groups' say they have lost faith in the ability of VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to lead the department.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

Lawmaker faces possible ethics inquiry for role in VA sexual assault investigation scandal

Rep. Dan Crenshaw is accused of trying to discredit a House staffer who alleged she was assaulted at a VA medical center.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

American Legion, Pelosi join calls for VA leader’s ouster

The nation's largest veterans organization and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Saturday joined the growing calls for the ouster of President Donald Trump's Veterans Affairs chief.

5 years ago

Major veterans groups call for VA secretary’s ouster following damning report

Wilkie is facing criticism for his handling of a sexual assault complaint at a department medical center.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

House chairman calls for VA secretary to resign over handling of sex assault case

Rep. Mark Takano says VA Secretary Robert Wilkie's actions resulted in a loss of trust in the institution.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

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Warren presses Hegseth about fluoridation’s impact on readiness

Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to know if the DOD has considered the effects on troops' dental health if communities don't add fluoride to drinking water.

Retired Navy admiral found guilty in bribery scheme

Retired Adm. Robert Burke is the most senior military member ever convicted of committing a federal crime while on active duty, according to reports.

10 former Pentagon chiefs warn Trump on involving military in pursuing election claims

All 10 living former secretaries of defense signed on to an opinion article that implicitly questioned Trump’s willingness to follow his constitutional duty to peacefully relinquish power on Jan. 20.

VA ends 2020 with more than 6,500 coronavirus deaths and 150,000 infections

The total veteran deaths equate to roughly 22 a day since the start of the pandemic, making coronavirus more deadly than the roughly 17 veterans a day lost to suicide.

COVID-19 vaccinations begin for US troops in South Korea

The United States Forces Korea says in a statement it started inoculating military and civilian health-care workers, first responders and the USFK command team with the Moderna vaccine on Tuesday.

After controversial event on sexual assault support, VA postpones future telephone town halls

Veterans who participated in the event said they were given little or no warning about potentially traumatic discussion points.

‘I hung up and vomited’ — Veteran sexual assault survivors say VA’s outreach retraumatized them

Veterans said they were thrust into public discussions of military sexual trauma topics without warning or proper support.

Big six veterans groups ask Trump to fire VA Secretary Wilkie immediately

The groups' say they have lost faith in the ability of VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to lead the department.

Lawmaker faces possible ethics inquiry for role in VA sexual assault investigation scandal

Rep. Dan Crenshaw is accused of trying to discredit a House staffer who alleged she was assaulted at a VA medical center.

American Legion, Pelosi join calls for VA leader’s ouster

The nation's largest veterans organization and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Saturday joined the growing calls for the ouster of President Donald Trump's Veterans Affairs chief.

Major veterans groups call for VA secretary’s ouster following damning report

Wilkie is facing criticism for his handling of a sexual assault complaint at a department medical center.

House chairman calls for VA secretary to resign over handling of sex assault case

Rep. Mark Takano says VA Secretary Robert Wilkie's actions resulted in a loss of trust in the institution.

Seven B-2 bombers, multiple decoys used in "Midnight Hammer" strike on Iranian nuclear facilities

Trump says U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities "a spectacular military success"

How to recalibrate cyber strategy in the new administration

What cyber lessons has the Pentagon learned from recent global conflicts?

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Valor may not expire, but award recognition should have limits

US Air Force to retire all A-10s, cancel E-7 under 2026 spending plan

No ‘significant’ mover capacity problems expected for troops, DOD says

Body of fallen sailor returned home in terrible condition, mother says

US Army tailoring Pacific commands for Multi-Domain force